Album Releases by Genre
1.
Bewitched
by Laufey
September 8, 2023
The second full-length release from Icelandic-Chinese artist Laufey features elements of jazz, pop, and classical music.
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2.
The Hot Rats Sessions [Box Set]
by Frank Zappa
December 20, 2019
The six-disc box set of the rock artists' 1969 album features four discs of session recordings, a disc of rare remixes and a disc of outtakes.
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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.
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Tropix
by Céu
March 25, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Brazilian pop singer-songwriter was co-produced with Naçao Zumbi's Pupillo and Hervé Salters.
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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.
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6.
Love in Exile
by Arooj Aftab
March 24, 2023
The debut release for the collaboration between Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer and Shahzad Ismaily was recorded live at a New York City studio.
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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.
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8.
My One And Only Thrill
by Melody Gardot
April 28, 2009
The second full-length album for the singer-songwriter from Philadelphia was produced by Larry Klein.
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9.
Radio Music Society
by Esperanza Spalding
March 20, 2012
The fourth release for the 2011 Grammy-winning Best New Artist is described as a more upbeat album with two cover songs.
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10.
Love for Sale
by Tony Bennett
October 1, 2021
Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga reunite for an album of Cole Porter songs accompanied by the Brian Newman Quintet with arrangements by Marion Evans & Jorge Callandrelli.
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11.
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.
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...Featuring Norah Jones
by Norah Jones
November 16, 2010
The compilation album of some of her duets with such artists such as The Foo Fighters, Willie Nelson, Outkast, Q-Tip, Belle & Sebastian, Ray Charles, Dolly Parton, Ryan Adams, Herbie Hancock, and M. Ward.
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13.
Christian a Tunde Adjuah
by Christian Scott
July 31, 2012
The latest album from the New Orleans trumpeter was inspired by the history of jazz, Mardi Gras Indians, and his own African ancestry.
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14.
Promises
by Floating Points
March 26, 2021
The nine-part project from Floating Points, Pharoah Sanders and the London Symphony Orchestra was recorded in Los Angeles and London.
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15.
FIDLAR
by FIDLAR
January 22, 2013
This is the debut full-length release for Los Angles surf punk rock quartet.
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16.
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.
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17.
Talk Memory
by BadBadNotGood
October 8, 2021
The latest full-length release from the Canadian trio features guest appearances from Laraaji, Terrace Martin, Karriem Riggins, Brandee Younger, and Arthur Verocai.
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18.
One Armed Bandit
by Jaga Jazzist
February 23, 2010
The Norwegian group led by Lars Horntveth continues its jazz fusion of music styles on its latest album.
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19.
Mayhem
by Imelda May
July 19, 2011
The Dublin-based singer fuses blues and rockabilly on her rocking new album.
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20.
The Story of Light
by Steve Vai
August 14, 2012
The concept album from guitarist Steve Vai is the second of a planned trilogy that began with 2005's Real Illusions: Reflections.
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21.
Gift of Sacrifice
by King Buzzo
August 14, 2020
The latest solo release for the Melvins's Buzz Osborne features Mr. Bungle bassist Trevor Dunn.
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22.
Day Breaks
by Norah Jones
October 7, 2016
The singer-songwriter returns to her jazz roots on her sixth full-length solo release that includes three cover songs.
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23.
IV
by BadBadNotGood
July 8, 2016
The fourth full-length release for the Canadian jazz group features guest appearances from Future Islands' Samuel T. Herring, Mick Jenkins, Kaytranada, Colin Stetson, and Charlotte Day Wilson.
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24.
Currency of Man
by Melody Gardot
June 2, 2015
The fourth full-length release for the singer-songwriter was produced by Larry Klein.
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25.
New History Warfare, Vol. 2: Judges
by Colin Stetson
February 22, 2011
The second album from the Polaris prize-nominated saxophonist was recorded solo, live, and in a single take. Stetson employed circular breathing and used approximately two dozen microphones, placing them on the studio walls, throughout his bass saxophone, and on his throat to produce this otherworldly-sounding album.
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26.
Lantern
by Clogs
February 7, 2006
This is the fourth album for the improvisational, instrumental, genre-defying four-piece, which shares a guitarist (Bryce Dessner) with The National.
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27.
Dark Matter
by Moses Boyd
February 14, 2020
The debut full-length release for the British jazz artist features guest appearances from Poppy Ajudha, Joe Armon-Jones, Obongjayar, and Nonku Phiri.
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28.
Peepers
by Polar Bear
March 16, 2010
The Mercury Prize-nominated experimental jazz band releases its fourth album.
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29.
Man Made Object
by GoGo Penguin
February 5, 2016
The third full-length release for the British jazz trio of Rob Turner, Nick Blacka, and Chris Illingworth features influences from electronic music.
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30.
Your Queen Is A Reptile
by Sons of Kemet
March 30, 2018
The third full-length release for the jazz quartet led by the tenor saxophonist Shabaka Hutchings features contributions from Josh Idehen and Congo Natty.
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31.
You Can't Steal My Joy
by Ezra Collective
April 26, 2019
The debut full-length release for the five-piece British jazz collective features guest appearances from Loyle Carner, KOKOROKO and Jorja Smith.
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A Humdrum Star
by GoGo Penguin
February 9, 2018
The fourth full-length release for the Manchester-based jazz trio features elements of electronic music.
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33.
Blues Dream
by Bill Frisell
January 30, 2001
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34.
Portico Quartet
by Portico Quartet
January 30, 2012
The third album for the British jazz band incorporates electronic elements to its sound.
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35.
Prog
by The Bad Plus
May 8, 2007
The rock-influenced piano trio's fifth album mixes originals with covers of songs by David Bowie ("Life On Mars"), Tears For Fears ("Everybody Wants To Rule The World") and Rush ("Tom Sawyer").
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36.
Ancestral Recall
by Christian Scott
March 15, 2019
The latest full-length release for the Grammy-nominated jazz musician features guest appearances from Mike Larry Draw, Elena Pinderhughes, Chris Turner, and Saul Williams.
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37.
The Bright Mississippi
by Allen Toussaint
April 21, 2009
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame producer/musician from New Orleans releases his first major jazz album produced by Joe Henry.
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38.
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.
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39.
We're New Here
by Gil Scott-Heron
February 22, 2011
Remixed by Jamie XX, R&B and hip hop samples are added to Gil Scott-Heron's 2010 album I'm New Here, creating this latest release.
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Trust in the Lifeforce of the Deep Mystery
by The Comet Is Coming
March 15, 2019
The second full-length release for the London-based jazz trio of Max Hallett, Shabaka Hutchings and Dan Leavers features a guest appearance from Kate Tempest.
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41.
Black Radio
by Robert Glasper
February 28, 2012
The jazz pianist's latest album of original and cover songs features guest appearances by Bilal, Erykah Badu, Lalah Hathaway, Shafiq Husayn, Ledisi, Lupe Fiasco, KING, Chrisette Michele, Mos Def, Musiq Soulchild, Meshell Ndegeocello, and Stokley Williams.
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42.
Universal Beings
by Makaya McCraven
October 26, 2018
The two-disc release from the jazz drummer/producer was recorded in four different cities (Chicago, London, Los Angeles and New York) with musicians including Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Anna Butterss, Daniel Casimir, Dezron Douglas, Nubya Garcia, Ashley Henry, Shabaka Hutchings, Josh Johnson, Carlos Niño, Jeff Parker, Junius Paul, Tomeka Reid, Joel Ross, and Brandee Younger.
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43.
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.
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44.
Black to the Future
by Sons of Kemet
May 14, 2021
The fourth full-length release for the Shabaka Hutchings-led jazz quartet features guest appearances from Angel Bat Dawid, D Double E, Joshua Edelin, Lianne La Havas, Moor Mother, Kojey Radical, and Steve Williamson.
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45.
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.
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46.
Source
by Nubya Garcia
August 21, 2020
The debut full-length studio release for the British jazz saxophonist was produced with Kwes.
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47.
Black Focus
by Yussef Kamaal
November 11, 2016
The debut full-length release for the collaboration between Yussef Dayes and Kamaal Williams was produced by Malcolm Catto.
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48.
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.
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49.
Come Away With Me
by Norah Jones
February 26, 2002
Pop/jazz vocalist and pianist Norah Jones, the daughter of Ravi Shankar, picked up 5 Grammy awards for this debut album, produced by Arif Mardin.
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50.
Heaven & Earth
by Kamasi Washington
June 22, 2018
The second full-length release for the Los Angeles jazz saxophonist features contributions from Tony Austin, Ronald Bruner, Jr., Brandon Coleman, Cameron Graves, Terrace Martin, Miles Mosley, Patrice Quinn, and Thundercat.
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51.
Pick Me Up Off the Floor
by Norah Jones
June 12, 2020
The seventh full-length solo studio release for the singer-songwriter features songs that were not included on 2016's Daylight Again.
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52.
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.
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53.
On Sunset
by Paul Weller
July 3, 2020
The 15th full-length solo release for the British singer-songwriter was produced with Jan "Stan" Kybert.
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54.
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.
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55.
Blue World
by John Coltrane
September 27, 2019
The previously unreleased 1964 recording by John Coltrane and his Classic Quartet was originally for Gilles Groulx's film Le chat dans le sac, which only 10 minutes ultimately were included in the movie.
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56.
Give
by The Bad Plus
March 9, 2004
The modern-jazz trio stick to the formula of their well-received 2003 debut on this sophomore effort, working again with producer Tchad Blake on a mix of originals and unlikely covers (this time out including Black Sabbath's "Iron Man" and The Pixies' "Velouria").
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57.
We're New Again: A Reimagining by Makaya McCraven
by Gil Scott-Heron
February 7, 2020
The final release of Gil Scott-Heron is reimagined by Makaya McCraven with contributions from Jeff Parker, Junius Paul, Brandee Younger, as well as samples from Agnes Zimondi and the Stephen McCraven Quartet.
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58.
Duets II
by Tony Bennett
September 20, 2011
This second installment of the legendary singer's Duets pairs him with Aretha Franklin, Norah Jones, Willie Nelson, and the late Amy Winehouse, among many others.
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59.
Both Directions at Once: The Lost Album
by John Coltrane
June 29, 2018
A copy of the legendary jazz saxophonist's March 1963 session with producer Bob Thiele and Coltrane's band: McCoy Tyner, Elvin Jones, and Jimmy Garrison features two never heard before songs. A deluxe edition includes seven alternative takes, including four of "Impressions."
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60.
All This I Do for Glory
by Colin Stetson
April 28, 2017
The sixth full-length solo release for the saxophonist was recorded live with no overdubs or loops and was self-produced.
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61.
High Water (Mark)
by El-P
March 9, 2004
The Def Jux rapper expands into the realm of modern jazz, with the help of Blue Series stalwarts Matthew Shipp, William Parker and Guillermo Brown.
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62.
100% Yes
by Melt Yourself Down
April 3, 2020
The third full-length studio release for the British group was produced by Youth and Ben Hillier.
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63.
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.
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64.
Invisible Cinema
by Aaron Parks
August 19, 2008
This is the fifth album for the jazz pianist.
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65.
Emily's D+Evolution
by Esperanza Spalding
March 4, 2016
The fifth full-length solo release for the multiple Grammy-winning artist is a concept album built around her muse named Emily (which is also her middle name) and was produced with Tony Visconti.
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66.
We Are Sent Here by History
by Shabaka & the Ancestors
March 13, 2020
The second full-length release for the Sons of Kemet saxophonist's project features poems written and sung by Siyabonga Mthembu.
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67.
Feeding the Machine
by Binker & Moses
February 25, 2022
The latest full-length release for British free jazz duo Binker & Moses was recorded by producer Hugh Padgham.
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68.
Suite for Max Brown
by Jeff Parker
January 24, 2020
The latest full-length solo release for the Tortoise guitarist features a guest appearance from Ruby Parker.
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69.
Fly or Die Fly or Die Fly or Die (world war)
by Jaimie Branch
August 25, 2023
The posthumous release from jazz trumpeter Jaimie Branch was recorded in April 2022 and completed by her family, her band and label after her death in August 2022.
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70.
Two Men With The Blues
by Willie Nelson & Wynton Marsalis
July 8, 2008
This is a recording of the special concert of Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis who performed together in January 2007 at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
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71.
Late Night Tales
by Nils Frahm
September 11, 2015
This is the latest Late Night Tales mix album from Nils Frahm.
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72.
Harmony of Difference [EP]
by Kamasi Washington
September 29, 2017
The six-track EP from the avant-garde jazz artist premiered as part of the 2017 Whitney Biennial featuring a series of projected paintings created his sister Amani Washington.
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73.
Les Liaisons Dangereuses 1960
by Thelonious Monk
June 16, 2017
The previously unreleased soundtrack sessions for Roger Vadim's film Les Liaisons Dangereuses 1960 featured Sam Jones, Charlie Rouse, Art Taylor, and Barney Wilen.
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74.
Rattle That Lock
by David Gilmour
September 18, 2015
The fourth solo release for the Pink Floyd guitarist was produced with Phil Manzanera.
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75.
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.
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76.
The Absence
by Melody Gardot
May 29, 2012
Melody Gardot's third studio album was inspired by the music of Argentina, Brazil, and Portugal and was produced by Heitor Pereira.
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77.
Fool
by Jameszoo
May 13, 2016
The debut full-length release for the Dutch producer Mitchel van Dinther features contributions from such artists as Steve Kuhn, Thundercat, and Arthur Verocai.
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78.
Silent Movies
by Marc Ribot
September 28, 2010
The guitarist's latest solo album is inspired by film scores he had written for others or for himself.
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79.
Culcha Vulcha
by Snarky Puppy
April 29, 2016
The first studio release in eight years for the Brooklyn-based jazz-influenced collective.
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80.
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.
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81.
The Final Tour: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 6 [Box Set]
by Miles Davis
March 23, 2018
The sixth volume of Legacy's Miles Davis Bootleg Series feature five concerts in March 1960 with John Coltrane: Two at Paris' L'Olympia, two at Stockholm's Konserthuset, and one from Copenhagen's Tivolis Koncertsal.
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82.
Gold
by Alabaster DePlume
April 1, 2022
The 19-track release from Alabaster DePlume was recorded over a two-week period in the summer 2020 with Kristian Craig Robinson.
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83.
Here We Go Again: Celebrating the Genius of Ray Charles
by Willie Nelson
March 29, 2011
Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis return to work together on this Ray Charles tribute with Norah Jones recorded in February 2009 at the Rose Theater.
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A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke
by Vijay Iyer
March 25, 2016
The debut full-length release for the duet between Vijay Iyer and Wadada Leo Smith was produced by Manfred Eicher.
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85.
Not Too Late
by Norah Jones
January 30, 2007
M. Ward and the Kronos Quartet are among the guests on the singer's third album.
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86.
Feels Like Home
by Norah Jones
February 10, 2004
Arif Mardin produced this follow-up to the singer's hugely successful 2002 effort 'Come Away With Me.' Dolly Parton guests.
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87.
In These Times
by Makaya McCraven
September 23, 2022
The latest full-length release for Chicago-based jazz composer/producer Makaya McCraven features contributions from Marquis Hill, Jeff Parker, Junius Paul, Joel Ross, and Brandee Younger.
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88.
These Are The Vistas
by The Bad Plus
February 11, 2003
This is not your ordinary jazz trio. For their major-label debut, The Bad Plus work with alt-rock producer Tchad Blake, and include covers of Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit," Blondie's "Heart of Glass," and Aphex Twin's "Flim" among their seven original tracks.
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89.
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.
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90.
Get Away From Me
by Nellie McKay
February 10, 2004
London-born, 19-year-old jazz vocalist Nellie McKay makes her debut with this 2-disc set produced by Beatles engineer Geoff Emerick. Unlike contemporaries such as Norah Jones, McKay brings a darker edge and a sense of humor (and even a hint of hip hop) to her songs, all of which she wrote herself.
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91.
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.
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92.
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.
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Singles: The Definitive 45's Collection
by Sun Ra
December 9, 2016
The three-disc compilation of the 45 RPM singles released between 1952-1961 from the jazz artist.
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94.
Historicity
by Vijay Iyer Trio
October 13, 2009
Pianist Vijay Iyer debuts his first album as part of a classic trio of jazz musicians.
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95.
Half The Perfect World
by Madeleine Peyroux
September 12, 2006
The jazz vocalist mixes originals with covers of songs by the likes of Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen for her third album, a follow-up to 2004's "Careless Love."
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96.
Everything's Beautiful
by Robert Glasper
May 27, 2016
Robert Glasper took master takes and outtakes of Miles Davis' work and produced new songs with vocals from Erykah Badu, Bilal, Hiatus Kaiyote, Illa J, Ledisi, KING, Laura Mvula, John Scofield, and Stevie Wonder.
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97.
Anti-Pop Consortium Vs. Matthew Shipp
by Anti-Pop Consortium
February 18, 2003
Thirsty Ear's Blue Series continues with the unlikely pairing of avant-garde jazz pianist (and Blue Series curator) Matthew Shipp with the experimental New York hip-hop outfit Anti-Pop Consortium. This is also the very last album to be released by APC, who have officially disbanded.
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98.
The Girl In The Other Room
by Diana Krall
April 27, 2004
New husband Elvis Costello co-wrote six of the tunes on this latest disc from platinum-selling jazz vocalist Diana Krall.
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99.
Yellow
by Emma-Jean Thackray
July 23, 2021
This is the debut full-length release for the British jazz composer/multi-instrumentalist/producer.
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100.
The Pursuit
by Jamie Cullum
March 2, 2010
The latest album for the young jazz artist features both original and cover songs including Cole Porter's "Just One of Those Things," Rihanna's "Don't Stop the Music," Sweeney Todd's "Not While I'm Around."
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