Album Releases by Genre

Vertigo

Vertigo

by The Necks
October 30, 2015
The 18th release for the Sydney-based experimental jazz trio features one 44-minute long track.
Metascore:
79
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International Blackjazz Society

International Blackjazz Society

by Shining
October 23, 2015
The seventh full-length studio release for the Norwegian group led by Jørgen Munkeby was mixed by Sean Beavan.
Metascore:
77
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Rattle That Lock

Rattle That Lock

by David Gilmour
September 18, 2015
The fourth solo release for the Pink Floyd guitarist was produced with Phil Manzanera.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
7.6
Late Night Tales

Late Night Tales

by Nils Frahm
September 11, 2015
This is the latest Late Night Tales mix album from Nils Frahm.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.8
Resistance

Resistance

by The Souljazz Orchestra
September 4, 2015
The seventh full-length release for the Canadian Afro-jazz group features influences from French Caribbean and Francophone West African music.
Metascore:
61
User Score:
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Miles Davis at Newport: 1955-1975 The Bootleg Series, Vol. 4

Miles Davis at Newport: 1955-1975 The Bootleg Series, Vol. 4

by Miles Davis
July 17, 2015
The fourth volume of the trumpeter's live Bootleg Series features performances at the Newport in 1955, 1958, 1966, 1967, 1969, 1971, 1973, and 1975.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.1
Into the Deep

Into the Deep

by Galactic
July 17, 2015
The eighth full-length studio release for the New Orleans jazz-funk-jam group features guest appearances from Brushy One String, Macy Gray, JJ Grey, Maggie Koerner, Ryan Montbleau, David Shaw of the Revivalists, Mavis Staples, and Charm Taylor.
Metascore:
80
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Nina Revisited: A Tribute to Nina Simone

Nina Revisited: A Tribute to Nina Simone

by Various Artists
July 10, 2015
The tribute album to the High Priestess of Soul was co-executive produced by Lauryn Hill and Robert Glasper with artist such as Mary J. Blige, Common, Lalah Hathaway, Gregory Porter, Lisa Simone, Alice Smith, Jazmine Sullivan, and Usher covering her standards.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
tbd
Covered: The Robert Glasper Trio Recorded Live at Capitol Studios

Covered: The Robert Glasper Trio Recorded Live at Capitol Studios

by Robert Glasper
June 16, 2015
The latest release from the jazz trio led by pianist Robert Glasper features a guest appearance from Harry Belafonte.
Metascore:
74
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Currency of Man

Currency of Man

by Melody Gardot
June 2, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the singer-songwriter was produced by Larry Klein.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
8.4
Starfire

Starfire

by Jaga Jazzist
June 1, 2015
The sixth studio release for the Norwegian experimental jazz ensemble was inspired by Lars Horntveth's move to Los Angeles.
Metascore:
70
User Score:
8.2
Sylva [Live]

Sylva [Live]

by Snarky Puppy
May 26, 2015
The fifth live album for the Brooklyn jazz funk collective is a collaboration with the Metropole Orkest orchestra.
Metascore:
82
User Score:
7.9
The Bad Plus Joshua Redman

The Bad Plus Joshua Redman

by The Bad Plus
May 26, 2015
This is the debut release for the collaboration between The Bad Plus and jazz saxophonist Joshua Redman.
Metascore:
84
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Live+

Live+

by Jeff Beck
May 19, 2015
The live album includes live tracks from the British rock artist's 2014 tour as well as two studio recordings featuring guest vocals from Veronica Bellino and Ruth Lorenzo.
Metascore:
64
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Tenderness

Tenderness

by J.D. Souther
May 12, 2015
The third studio release for the singer-songwriter since he returned in 2008 was produced by Larry Klein.
Metascore:
75
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The Epic

The Epic

by Kamasi Washington
May 5, 2015
The debut full-length release for the Los Angeles jazz saxophonist features his ten-piece band, as well as a 32-piece orchestra, and a 20-person choir.
Metascore:
83
User Score:
8.7
Never Were the Way She Was

Never Were the Way She Was

by Colin Stetson
April 28, 2015
The debut full-length collaboration between Arcade Fire's saxophonist Colin Stetson and violinist Sarah Neufeld was produced by Hans Bernard.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
7.6
Entanglement

Entanglement

by Michael Price
April 14, 2015
The latest release for the composer better known for his television soundtrack work was created over two years and recorded in Berlin.
Metascore:
80
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Same As You

Same As You

by Polar Bear
April 14, 2015
The sixth full-length release for the British experimental jazz band led by Seb Rochford was produced by Ken Barrientos.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
7.4
Something in the Water

Something in the Water

by Pokey LaFarge
April 7, 2015
The seventh full-length release for the Americana singer-songwriter was produced by Jimmy Sutton.
Metascore:
76
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My Weekly Reader

My Weekly Reader

by Nellie McKay
March 24, 2015
The sixth studio release for the singer-songwriter is a 1960s covers album was co-produced with Beatles producer Geoff Emerick.
Metascore:
68
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Lost and Found

Lost and Found

by Buena Vista Social Club
March 24, 2015
The latest release for the Cuban band includes unreleased tracks from its original 1996 EGREM studios sessions as well as live tracks and rehearsal sessions from other albums.
Metascore:
76
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Cortar Todo

Cortar Todo

by Zu
March 23, 2015
The latest release for the Italian experimental jazz-metal band is its first with new drummer Gabe Serbian.
Metascore:
82
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Ol' Glory

Ol' Glory

by JJ Grey & Mofro
February 24, 2015
The latest studio release for the Florida southern rock/funk band features guest appearances from Luther Dickinson and Derek Trucks.
Metascore:
58
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Break Stuff

Break Stuff

by Vijay Iyer Trio
February 10, 2015
The latest release from the jazz trio features music inspired by Detroit techno DJ Robert Hood, Thelonious Monk, West African music, and the novel Open City.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
9.0
Wallflower

Wallflower

by Diana Krall
February 3, 2015
Postponed from its October 2014 release due to pneumonia, the 12th full-length studio release from the Canadian jazz singer features songs that inspired her and was produced by David Foster.
Metascore:
58
User Score:
6.9
Ornithophobia

Ornithophobia

by Troyka
January 26, 2015
The third full-length release for the British electronic jazz band that includes Kit Downes and Chris Montague was produced by Petter Eldh.
Metascore:
80
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Different Every Time

Different Every Time

by Robert Wyatt
November 17, 2014
The two-disc compilation for the guitarist includes one disc with Wyatt's work as part of Soft Machine, Matching Mole, as well as a solo artist and the second disc includes collaborations and guest appearances with such artists as Bjork, Anja Garbarek, Hot Chip, Jeanette Lindstrom, Mike Mantler, and Phil Manzanera.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Everlasting Arms

Everlasting Arms

by Luke Winslow-King
September 30, 2014
The fourth full-length release for the singer-songwriter from New Orleans features a duet with Esther Rose King.
Metascore:
78
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In the Orbit of Ra

In the Orbit of Ra

by Sun Ra & His Arkestra
September 23, 2014
Marshall Allen, the current member of the Arkestra worked on this compilation of the jazz musician's works from the 1950s to the '70s.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
7.3
Offering: Live at Temple University

Offering: Live at Temple University

by John Coltrane
September 23, 2014
The often-bootlegged concert sees a complete official recording from master tapes on a two-disc set of the jazz saxophonist at Philadelphia's Temple University on November 11, 1966.
Metascore:
94
User Score:
6.6
All Rise: A Joyful Elegy for Fats Waller

All Rise: A Joyful Elegy for Fats Waller

by Jason Moran
September 16, 2014
The jazz pianist worked with Meshell Ndegeocello and Don Was on a tribute album to Fats Waller after Moran had been commissioned to create one as part of the Harlem Stage Gatehouse Jazz Shrines series.
Metascore:
86
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tbd
I've Been to Many Places

I've Been to Many Places

by Matthew Shipp
September 9, 2014
The ninth solo release from the New York jazz pianist features new arrangements of standards as well as his own work with other collaborators.
Metascore:
80
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Ske-Dat-De-Dat: The Spirit of Satch

Ske-Dat-De-Dat: The Spirit of Satch

by Dr. John
August 19, 2014
Dr. John's tribute album to Louis Armstrong features James "12" Andrews, Terence Blanchard, the Blind Boys of Alabama, Shemekia Copeland, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Anthony Hamilton, Mike Ladd, Ledisi, The McCrary Sisters, trumpeter Nicholas Payton, Bonnie Raitt, and Arturo Sandoval.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
tbd
Standards, Vol. III

Standards, Vol. III

by National Jazz Trio of Scotland
July 22, 2014
This is the third full-length studio release for the alternative jazz quartet led by Bill Wells.
Metascore:
82
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Enter

Enter

by Fire! Orchestra
July 22, 2014
The free jazz trio of Mats Gustafsson, Johan Berthling, and Andreas Werliin worked with a 28-piece Nordic jazz ensemble on its latest release.
Metascore:
75
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tbd
No Fools, No Fun

No Fools, No Fun

by Puss N Boots
July 15, 2014
This is the debut release for the alternative country side project that includes Norah Jones, Sasha Dobson, and Catherine Popper.
Metascore:
66
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tbd
Fuego

Fuego

by Phish
June 24, 2014
The 12th studio release for the jam band was was produced by Bob Ezrin.
Metascore:
71
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Last Dance

Last Dance

by Charlie Haden
June 17, 2014
The second release of jazz classic from Keith Jarrett and Charlie Haden are from the same 2007 sessions as those on 2010's Jasmine.
Metascore:
81
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tbd
The People In Your Neighbourhood

The People In Your Neighbourhood

by Led Bib
May 13, 2014
The latest studio release for the British jazz-rock band led by Mark Holub was funded through contributions from a Kickstarter campaign.
Metascore:
82
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III

III

by BadBadNotGood
May 6, 2014
The third release for the Canadian hip-hop jazz trio of Chester Hansen, Alex Sowinski, and Matthew Tavares was produced by Frank Dukes.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.6
Haul Away!

Haul Away!

by Liz Green
April 14, 2014
The second release from the British singer-songwriter was produced by Liam Watson.
Metascore:
63
User Score:
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The  Rite of Spring

The Rite of Spring

by The Bad Plus
March 25, 2014
The jazz piano trio's latest release is an interpretation of Igor Stravinsky's 1913 work, Rite of Spring.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Miles at the Fillmore - Miles Davis 1970: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 3

Miles at the Fillmore - Miles Davis 1970: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 3

by Miles Davis
March 25, 2014
The four-disc set collects the full concerts from Miles Davis' [backed by a band that included Steve Grossman, Dave Holland, Jack DeJohnette, Airto Moreira, Chick Corea, and Keith Jarrett] 1970 performances at the Fillmore East between June 17 and 20, that were originally edited down for the 1971 double LP release. In addition there is three tracks from the April 11th performance at Fillmore West.
Metascore:
92
User Score:
8.5
The Imagined Savior Is Far Easier to Paint

The Imagined Savior Is Far Easier to Paint

by Ambrose Akinmusire
March 11, 2014
The jazz trumpeter's second release on the Blue Note label with hi with his quintet was self-produced.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
8.8
Inner Fire

Inner Fire

by The Souljazz Orchestra
February 25, 2014
The sixth release for the Canadian collective was produced by Pierre Chrétien and Jason Jakunas.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
If You Knew Her

If You Knew Her

by Zara McFarlane
February 11, 2014
This is the second full-length solo release for the British jazz singer.
Metascore:
76
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Kin <-->

Kin <-->

by Pat Metheny Unity Group
February 4, 2014
The second release for the Pat Metheny band that includes Chris Potter, Antonio Sanchez, and Ben Williams is its first with new member Giulio Carmassi.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
Piano Nights

Piano Nights

by Bohren & der Club of Gore
January 28, 2014
This is the seventh full-length release for the German ambient jazz band led by Christoph Clöser and Morten Gass.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
tbd
No End

No End

by Keith Jarrett
November 25, 2013
The pianist plays not only piano but bass guitar, drums, electric guitar, percussion, recorder, and tabla on this release recorded in 1986.
Metascore:
49
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tbd
Boot!

Boot!

by The Thing
November 19, 2013
The latest release for the Scandinavian free jazz trio of baritone saxophonist Mats Gustafsson, bassist Ingebrigt HÃ¥ker Flaten, and drummer Paal Nilssen-Love includes three originals and two jazz standards.
Metascore:
77
User Score:
tbd
Open

Open

by The Necks
October 29, 2013
The 17th release for the Australian improvised jazz trio is an over hour piece.
Metascore:
79
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tbd
Black Radio 2

Black Radio 2

by Robert Glasper Experiment
October 29, 2013
The follow-up to the jazz musician's Grammy-winning R&B release includes contributions from such artist as Marsha Ambrosius, Brandy, Common, Dwele, Faith Evans, Anthony Hamilton, Lalah Hathaway, Norah Jones, Jill Scott, Snoop Dogg, Fall Out Boy's Patrick Stump, and Malcolm Jamal Warner.
Metascore:
71
User Score:
6.8
Burn

Burn

by Sons of Kemet
October 8, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for the British jazz quartet of Shabaka Hutchings, Oren Marshall, Tom Skinner, and Seb Rochford.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Black Jazz Signature

Black Jazz Signature

by Theo Parrish
September 3, 2013
The Detroit house DJ/producer mixes tracks from the 1970s label Black Jazz Records for the latest compilation of DJ mixes from Snow Dog Records.
Metascore:
84
User Score:
tbd
Out Here

Out Here

by Christian McBride Trio
August 6, 2013
This is the second studio release for the bassist in 2013.
Metascore:
79
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The Vigil

The Vigil

by Chick Corea
August 6, 2013
Charles Altura, Hadrien Feraud, Tim Garland and Marcus Gilmore form the latest band for the jazz pianist's latest release.
Metascore:
85
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The  Big Dream

The Big Dream

by David Lynch
July 16, 2013
The second full-length solo release from the film director includes a cover of Bob Dylan's "The Ballad of Hollis Brown and a guest appearance from Lykke Li.
Metascore:
64
User Score:
7.3
That's It!

That's It!

by Preservation Hall Jazz Band
July 9, 2013
This is the first release of original music from the New Orleans jazz band was co-produced with My Morning Jacket's Jim James.
Metascore:
75
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Melt Yourself Down

Melt Yourself Down

by Melt Yourself Down
June 25, 2013
The debut release for the avant-garde jazz group that includes Kushal Gaya, Ruth Goller, Shabaka Hutchings, Satin Singh, Tom Skinner, and Pete Wareham was produced by Leafcutter John.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
8.0
Sound the Alarm

Sound the Alarm

by Booker T. Jones
June 25, 2013
The multiple Grammy-winning R&B/soul singer returns to the Stax label with an album featuring guest appearances from such artists as Gary Clark, Jr., Estelle, Anthony Hamilton, Mayer Hawthorne, Luke James, Sheila E., and Vintage Trouble.
Metascore:
78
User Score:
tbd
Ghil

Ghil

by Okkyung Lee
June 24, 2013
Produced by Lasse Marhaug, the album of cello music was recorded on a cassette recorder in a variety of locations in Norway.
Metascore:
77
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Big Sur

Big Sur

by Bill Frisell
June 18, 2013
The first release on Sony's Okeh label, the music written while the jazz musician was in Big Sur was commissioned by the Monterey Jazz Festival.
Metascore:
77
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Everything We Hold

Everything We Hold

by Kairos Quartet
June 18, 2013
The third release for the jazz quartet led by Adam Waldmann includes vocals from Emilia MÃ¥rtensson as well as guest vocals from Marc O'Reilly and Omar.
Metascore:
84
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tbd
Every Man Should Know

Every Man Should Know

by Harry Connick, Jr.
June 11, 2013
Kim Burrell, Leroy Jones, Branford and Wynton Marsalis guest on the latest album from the New Orleans jazz singer-songwriter.
Metascore:
61
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Somewhere

Somewhere

by Keith Jarrett Trio
May 28, 2013
Keith Jarrett's trio with Gary Peacock and Jack DeJohnette return with its first new release in four years with this six-track album recorded live in 2009 at Luzern.
Metascore:
80
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Momentum

Momentum

by Jamie Cullum
May 20, 2013
The sixth studio release for the British jazz-pop artist was recorded with such items as iPhone apps, old keyboards, and cassette recorders.
Metascore:
69
User Score:
6.4
Live with Britten Sinfonia

Live with Britten Sinfonia

by Jaga Jazzist
May 14, 2013
The live release of the collaboration between the Norwegian jazz-rock band and the British chamber orchestra Britten Sinfonia was recorded in London in 2012.
Metascore:
67
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tbd
My Garden State

My Garden State

by Glenn Jones
May 14, 2013
The sixth solo release for the guitarist was written and recorded in New Jersey while he was taking care of his mother.
Metascore:
77
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All of Them Witches

All of Them Witches

by Hedvig Mollestad Trio
May 14, 2013
This is the second release for the Norwegian instrumental jazz rock/metal trio band.
Metascore:
72
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Spirityouall

Spirityouall

by Bobby McFerrin
May 14, 2013
The latest release for the multiple Grammy-winning includes Esperanza Spalding as a guest vocalist.
Metascore:
83
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Walking Shadows

Walking Shadows

by Joshua Redman
May 7, 2013
The saxophonist is backed by producer/pianist Brad Mehldau, bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Brian Blade on this jazz orchestral release.
Metascore:
75
User Score:
tbd
13 Degrees of Reality

13 Degrees of Reality

by The Heliocentrics
April 30, 2013
The latest release for the the British ensemble includes influences of jazz, rock, and world music with instruments such as kalimba, the koto, marimbula, and santur.
Metascore:
74
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tbd
Your Turn

Your Turn

by Marc Ribot's Ceramic Dog
April 30, 2013
The mostly instrumental second release for Marc Ribot's experimental trio was produced by Greg Saunier of Deerhoof.
Metascore:
88
User Score:
5.6
New History Warfare, Vol. 3: To See More Light

New History Warfare, Vol. 3: To See More Light

by Colin Stetson
April 30, 2013
The final volume to the saxophonist's New History Warfare series was produced by Ben Frost and features guest vocals Bon Iver's Justin Vernon on four tracks.
Metascore:
81
User Score:
8.1
Let's Face the Music and Dance

Let's Face the Music and Dance

by Willie Nelson
April 16, 2013
The latest release from the country singer with his backing band, the Family, includes covers of classic country and standard songs.
Metascore:
68
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Ballads

Ballads

by Liane Carroll
April 15, 2013
The British jazz singer's latest release was produced by James McMillan.
Metascore:
84
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Functional Arrhythmias

Functional Arrhythmias

by Steve Coleman & the Five Elements
March 26, 2013
Saxophonist Steve Coleman returns with Jonathan Finlayson, Miles Okazaki, Sean Rickman, and Anthony Tidd backing him on the release inspired by the functions of the human body.
Metascore:
81
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Selected Studies, Vol. 1

Selected Studies, Vol. 1

by Lloyd Cole
March 5, 2013
British rock singer-songwriter Lloyd Cole was contacted by krautrock musician Hans-Joachim Roedelius, who had remixed Cole's 2001 ambient solo album Plastic Wood on his own. Although, never released, they stayed in contact and now years later, they have teamed up to release a new ambient electronica album.
Metascore:
63
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The Blue Room

The Blue Room

by Madeleine Peyroux
March 5, 2013
Produced by Larry Klein, the jazz singer's second release on Decca features songs from Ray Charles' 1962 album, Modern Sounds In Country & Western Music.
Metascore:
75
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Hagar's Song

Hagar's Song

by Jason Moran
February 26, 2013
The album of jazz originals and standards from saxophonist Charles Lloyd and pianist Jason Moran includes a five-part suite dedicated to Lloyd's great-great grandmother.
Metascore:
79
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The Jazz Age

The Jazz Age

by The Bryan Ferry Orchestra
February 12, 2013
Bryan Ferry re-recorded 13 songs from Roxy Music's catalog as well as his own solo work as jazz instrumentals.
Metascore:
73
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Without a Net

Without a Net

by Wayne Shorter
February 5, 2013
The third live release from the Wayne Shorter Quartet was recorded during the group's 2011 tour.
Metascore:
86
User Score:
5.6
The  Sirens

The Sirens

by Chris Potter
January 29, 2013
The concept album inspired by Homer's The Odyssey is the first album with the saxophonist leading a group of musicians.
Metascore:
76
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Live in Europe 1969: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 2

Live in Europe 1969: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 2

by Miles Davis Quintet
January 29, 2013
The four-disc CD/DVD box set features three live performances in Europe, including the Antibes Jazz Festival in 1969 by Miles Davis with Wayne Shorter, Chick Corea, Dave Holland, and Jack DeJohnette.
Metascore:
91
User Score:
8.0
No Beginning No End

No Beginning No End

by José James
January 22, 2013
The R&B/jazz singer-songwriter's fourth full-length was co-produced with Pino Palladino and Brian Bender.
Metascore:
79
User Score:
8.3
FIDLAR

FIDLAR

by FIDLAR
January 22, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for Los Angles surf punk rock quartet.
Metascore:
72
User Score:
8.5
Cross Culture

Cross Culture

by Joe Lovano Us Five
January 8, 2013
This is the third release from the tenor saxophonist with the Us Five quintet.
Metascore:
71
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The Taxidermist

The Taxidermist

by Nostalgia 77
November 20, 2012
This is the latest release from jazz producer Benedic Lamdin as Nostalgia 77 and the Monster.
Metascore:
74
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Stones

Stones

by Colin Stetson
November 9, 2012
The four-track release from Mats Gustafsson and Colin Stetson was recorded live at the Vancouver Jazz Festival in 2011.
Metascore:
66
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Connected

Connected

by Robin Fox
October 23, 2012
Experimental guitarist Oren Ambarchi and electronic artist Robin Fox came together in 2011 to work on this soundtrack for the Australian dance company, Chunky Move.
Metascore:
78
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Alone Together

Alone Together

by Karriem Riggins
October 22, 2012
Jazz, hip hop, electronic, rock, and funk are just some of the music styles influences on the debut solo 34-track release from the jazz drummer and hip hop producer.
Metascore:
78
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Archipelago

Archipelago

by Hidden Orchestra
October 9, 2012
The latest release from the Joe Acheson's jazz collective features contributions from such musicians as Su-a Lee, Mary MacMaster, Floex, and Phil Cardwell.
Metascore:
70
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Glad Rag Doll

Glad Rag Doll

by Diana Krall
October 2, 2012
Produced by T-Bone Burnett, the covers album from Diana Krall includes songs culled from the collection of 78s her father had.
Metascore:
76
User Score:
7.5
St. Peter & 57th St. [Live]

St. Peter & 57th St. [Live]

by Preservation Hall Jazz Band
September 25, 2012
The jazz group celebrated its 50th anniversary with a live concert at Carnegie Hall with such guests as Steve Earle, Givers, Merrill Garbus (aka Tune-Yards), Mos Def, My Morning Jacket, and Pete Seeger's grandson, Tao Rodríguez-Seeger.
Metascore:
78
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1619 Broadway: The Brill Building Project

1619 Broadway: The Brill Building Project

by Kurt Elling
September 25, 2012
The Grammy-winning jazz singer covers songs by the songwriters who lived in the Brill Building in the '50s and '60s.
Metascore:
74
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Made Possible

Made Possible

by The Bad Plus
September 25, 2012
This is the second release for the jazz trio of bassist Reid Anderson, pianist Ethan Iverson, and drummer David King.
Metascore:
85
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tbd
Guzo

Guzo

by Samuel Yirga
September 25, 2012
The Ethiopian pianist melds American jazz, funk, and his native music together on his debut release.
Metascore:
78
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Solidarity

Solidarity

by The Souljazz Orchestra
September 18, 2012
This is the fifth release for the Canadian group who combine the influences of Afro-beat, Caribbean, Latin, and tropical music with jazz, funk, and soul.
Metascore:
79
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Where Do You Start

Where Do You Start

by Brad Mehldau Trio
September 18, 2012
Brad Mehldau's second album in 2012 with his jazz trio is a covers album of songs by such artists as Sufjan Stevens, Alice in Chains, Elvis Costello, Nick Drake, and Jimi Hendrix.
Metascore:
80
User Score:
tbd