Andy Smith’s curation of the 3rd volume in his Reach Up – Disco Wonderland series brings us more carefully selected music from the Discosphere. With tracks from artists as far ranging as Buscrates, Trailer Limon and Rena Scott included in this 16 track killer compilation.

Brainchild of Waaju bandleader Ben Brown, this unique collaborative record features Brown’s expansive arrangements of traditional Gnawa songs, bringing Bekkas’ incredible musical force into the soundscape of potent grooves and trippy delays that Waaju has become known for.

After the highly anticipated debut album “Sugar Honey Iced Tea!,” the dynamic NYC duo strikes once more with a double pack of alternate versions and remixes, now graced by the touch of house music legends Louie Vega and Maurice Fulton. Lets run the numbers up!

Rodrigo Domínguez's 7th album under his own name, & first since his move to Bariloche, Patagonia, Argentina, Bicho Bolita was recorded to portray the musical momentum that was generated with this trio from some concerts in Buenos Aires, Bariloche & at the Osorno Jazz Festival .

Far Out Recordings presents Hermeto Pascoal’s remarkable self-titled debut album. Recorded in 1970 at A&R studios in NY, the album features certified titans including Ron Carter, Hubert Laws, Joe Farrel and Googie Coppola, and Brazilian stars Airto Moreira and Flora Purim.

WAAN represents the musical marriage of seasoned saxophonist Bart Wirtzand keyboard wiz Emiel van Rijthoven. The symphonic soul mates formed WAAN - a Dutch word literally meaning “delusion” but in the more positive sense of “living in the moment”.

‘Silver Vibrations’ was perhaps the last album to retain the sound of Ayers’ organic ‘classic’ period of the latter ’70s and manages to stand up well under its current re-evaluation. “Chicago”, the unedited version of which is exclusive to this L.P.

The star-studded Sai Galaxy returns with new project, bringing together West African legends Steve Monite, Ghanaian singer Rob, multi-instrumentalist Simon Durrington, guitar maestro Alfred Bannerman and Egypt 80’s trumpet player Bade for a second EP of vital Afro Disco and Soul.

Championed by the likes of Gilles Peterson and Kenny Dope, Olli Ahvenlahti is a master of hard-grooving jazz funk. Here, he continues the evolution of his style, much-beloved since the legendary 1970s albums such as The Poet and Countenance.

The 14th annual Pittsburgh International Jazz Festival is back on the streets FREE w/Robert Glasper, Marsha Ambrosius, Average White Band, Shemekia Copeland, Cimafunk, Orrin Evans & Captain Black Big Band, Endea Owens, Luedji Luna, Dan Wilson, Vanisha Gould, and more!

Genevieve "Gigi" Marentette shares her cinematic and intimate version of "You've Made Me So Very Happy" in honour of David Clayton-Thomas’ 83rd birthday. This classic billboard topper, made famous by Clayton-Thomas with Blood, Sweat & Tears in 1969.

R&B-jazz keyboardist Charles A. Kelly celebrates Philly nights. Kelly has collaborated w/artists spanning Neil Diamond, Elton John, Nile Rodgers, Sister Sledge, The Pointer Sisters, and Nathan East. jazzchill.blogspot.com/2024/09/charle…

Latin Jazz Guitarist Neff Irizarry releases his first Blue Canoe release titled, "Cambio (Change)". Featuring Neff Irizarry (Guitar), Jimmy Haslip (Bass), Martin Fabricius (Vibraphone), and Ricardo Padilla (Percussion).

Fly, Michael Mayo's highly anticipated follow-up to his critically-acclaimed debut album, delves deeply into the genre of jazz, allowing his prior collaborations with mentor Herbie Hancock, producer Eli Wolf and Scary Pockets (among others).

Bluey brings his experience and wealth of musical knowledge as he highlights the best in soul, jazz, and funk music. It's Groove Velocity Radio with Incognito's Bluey exclusively on Apple Music Radio.

Samara Joy’s new album ‘Portrait’ is here! The recording is a story of the community she’s created with a new generation of young players. Seven musicians, seven fresh perspectives and musical backgrounds - all joined together in a context designed for growth and exploration.

Saxophonist Walter Smith III pays homage to his hometown of Houston, Texas on his 2nd Blue Note album, three of us are from Houston and Reuben is not, out Sept. 27.

The Bad Plus has taken a bold step forward with Complex Emotions, the second album released as a quartet. After 21 years of redefining their sound, founding members Reid Anderson and Dave King expanded the group by enlisting guitarist Ben Monder and saxophonist Chris Speed.

Saxophonist Evelyn Rubio has created a moody, seductive slow burning power ballad arrangement of John Klemmer’s 70’s jazz fusion classic “Touch” that showcases the many shades of her ever-deepening artistry.

Danish guitarist Søren Lee has cemented himself as a captivating presence in the international jazz world, receiving praise from the likes of jazz guitar legend Jim Hall. "Hope" is dedication to his late wife.