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Alba – Tralalas (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Acoustic, Alba, Folk, Lounge, Review (EN)|

“Imagine yourself relaxing on a yacht, dangling your legs into the relaxingly warm sea. You are somewhere in the South of France and it feels like the late 60’s or early 70’s. Is that Bardot beside you, peering at you from under her sunglasses & sipping a long cool drink as you both listen to ‘Alba’ singing ‘Tralalas’ on the radio? The sun beats down, the wonderfully azure water gently laps around your ankles & all is good with the world. Mmm so soothing.”

-Nagamag.com

https://www.instagram.com/albalala

ALBA is a painter, singer and songwriter based in Paris, France.

Congregation – The War (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Classic Rock, Congregation, Funk, Neo-Soul, Review (EN-RU)|

Congregation – The War
(Spotify)

“Rhythmic work with '70s style. Distinct bright guitars, powerful drum sound and expressive soloists in the mood of neo-soul and funk. Don't miss it.”

“Ритмичное произведение в стилистике 70-ых годов, с яркими гитарными партиями, мощной драм-секцией и выразительным исполнением солистов в жанре neo-soul и funk. ”

-Nagamag.com

Every human confronts their own personal conflict around temptation - to drive too fast, drink too much, shop and spend too much, to stay at a party too long, too over-eat, to consider cheating on a partner - to take chances that we know are likely more bad for us than good. "The War" tackles this topic by illustrating two characters who run out on their obligations and resolves in a chorus that expands the theme of temptation to be everyone's fight - Everybody Fights The War.

https://www.instagram.com/congregationdc

Fat Koala Disorder – Miss Purple Finch (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Adult Contemporary, Fat Koala Disorder, Jazz, Retro Soul, Review (EN-RU)|

Fat Koala Disorder – Miss Purple Finch
(Spotify)

“We are sure that this single will be of interest to many retro soul and jazz fans. Experimental and very unusual work with unique atmosphere, where its value lies.”

“Мы уверены, что этот сингл будет интересен многим любителям звучания в стиле retro soul и jazz. Экспериментальная и очень необычное произведение, со своей исключительной атмосферой, в которой заключается её ценность.”

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Miss Purple Finch is inspired by a 1965 poem by e.e. cummings. The song reflects on life, its fragility and beauty.

Fat Koala Disorder keeps surfing on various genres. This time the duo finds itself in the vicinity of jazz. The final trumpet solo is performed by Rafal Dubicki - Polish musician cooperating with international artists, including Alex Band of Aleksander Maliszewski, Eljazz Big Band, Pendofsky, Ray Wilson and Genesis Orchestra, Michał Sołtan.

https://www.facebook.com/FatKoalaDisorder/
https://www.instagram.com/fatkoaladisorder

Bobby Cressey – Climbing the Tower (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Bobby Cressey, Funk, Jazz, Review (EN)|

Bobby Cressey – Climbing the Tower
(Spotify)

“Wow! This track smacks you into full consciousness from the first note. Full of funky, jazzy goodness, with virtuoso musicians in abundance. Searing horns, Hammond organ licks, etc. It has too many moments of brilliance to list them all. A nod to the great horn band ‘Tower Of Power’ ‘Climbing the Tower’ is a must have track for lovers of this genre.”

-Nagamag.com

Climbing the Tower' is a funky ode to the great horn band 'Tower of Power'. It has blistering trumpet and organ solos over a uniquely TOP style rhythm section, along with a massive and cooking horn section.

https://www.facebook.com/bobbycresseymusic

As one of the most versatile keyboardists on the West Coast, Bobby Cressey has worked for years producing and playing on records for other artists. With placement credits ranging from Thor: The Dark World to Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory to NBC/Universal’s ‘Little’ and Sony's MLB The Show for Playstation, his music can be heard everywhere. As a performer he has played with an extremely diverse swath of artists including , , , 's Soul Syndicate, Jon Elefante from , Bobby Kimball from and the Big Band. Equally at home behind the piano, synthesizers, or the Hammond organ he also holds down one of the most unique gigs in the world as the Stadium Organist for the San Diego Padres.

https://www.instagram.com/bobbycressey/

In 2017 he rounded up his favorite West Coast musicians to record a funky album of horn heavy Hammond organ funk and jazz grooves called '’. This album features 8 instrumental compositions in 8 of his favorite styles. Fans of , , and will love and relate to this sound.

https://twitter.com/bobbycressey

Stephanie Oliver, Henry Aberson, Pat Kelley, Brian Lee, Rod Ellicot – Want (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Brian Lee, Funk, Henry Aberson, Neo-Soul, Pat Kelley, Retro Soul, Review (EN), Rod Ellicot, Stephanie Oliver|

Stephanie Oliver, Henry Aberson, Pat Kelley, Brian Lee, Rod Ellicot – Want
(Spotify)

“Light Jazz song with very meaningful lyrics and crystal clear singing. If you're one of those who don't use to immitate others and your personality is strong enough to make independent choices, then "Want" is what you really want!”

-Nagamag.com

Want - Is a song about how we don' t all have to agree to get along - This is relevant especially in today's climate -

People think others need to agree with them or see things their way and that's not always possible or relevant .

https://linktr.ee/Aberson_music

flamingo zamperoni – sun of a beach (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Chill-hop, flamingo zamperoni, Instrumental Hip-Hop, Jazz-hop, Lo-fi Hip-Hop, Review (EN-RU), Study Beats|

flamingo zamperoni – sun of a beach
(Spotify)

“High-quality sound with arrangement which make you feel nostalgic for a long time. A very unusual track. With a slight taste of carefree past and a special ghostly atmosphere.”

“Хороший, качественный звук и аранжировка погружают в ностальгию по временам далёкой молодости. Очень необычный трек. С лёгким привкусом беззаботного прошлого и особой атмосферой призрачности.”

-Nagamag.com

https://linktr.ee/bensnburner_records

flamingo zamperoni was created as an Alter-Ego of Bensnburner, Producer/Bass-Player & CEO of recently founded label "bensnburner records".

under the Pen-Name flamingo zamperoni he now can finally satisfy his passion for juicy basslines and dusty beats. As a Bass Player, the focus of his work lies on the low frequencies and the little stories between the notes. Listen close and experience carefully chosen samples, laid back drums, blurry keys and deep, organic basslines .

https://www.instagram.com/flamingo_zamperoni

Beats In The Bank, Jack Gillen – Monday Jam (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Beats In The Bank, Chill-hop, Jack Gillen, Jazz-hop, Review (EN-RU), Study Beats|

Beats In The Bank, Jack Gillen – Monday Jam
(Spotify)

“In the distance, illuminated by the icy glow of city lights, plays -Monday Jam-. Like a painting illuminated fields, sound source of inspiration for the lonely souls. Lonely and thrilling voice, warm waves of the charm of Jazz and Chill-hop music.”

“Вдали, освещаемая ледяным светом городских фонарей, играет -Monday Jam-. Словно картина освещаемых полей, звучит источник вдохновения для одиноких душ. Одинокий и волнующий голос, тёплые волны Jazz и очарование Chill-hop музыки.”

-Nagamag.com

https://sym.ffm.to/kan6qbp

Monday Jam is a chill hip-hop instrumental with soulful chords, punchy drums and a smooth jazzy guitar jamming on top, played by guitarist Jack Gillen. Inspired by golden age hip-hop and the late Ronny Jordan, this jazzhop/chillhop beat is perfect for a comfortable start of the day with the morning coffee, for unwinding in the evening, or as background music for study sessions.

https://www.instagram.com/beatsinthebank101

Squance – Brick By Brick (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Adult Contemporary, Jazz, Review (EN-RU), Squance|

Squance – Brick By Brick
(Spotify)

“Deep breathing bass, filigree design, elegant jazz melody and a thick haze of blue mist. What else do you need to relax in a weary, ghostly night?”

“Глубокое дыхание баса, филигранное исполнение, элегантная мелодия джаза и густая дымка голубого тумана. Что ещё нужно для отдыха этим томным, призрачным вечером?”

-Nagamag.com

Sentimental tale of lost love

https://www.instagram.com/squance.wav/

Richard Ford – Orfafardo – radio edit (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Jazz, Jazztronica, Nu Jazz, Review (EN-RU), Richard Ford, World Music (Other)|

Richard Ford – Orfafardo – radio edit
(Spotify)

“A real laid back track full of emotional jazz improvisation. The material is so well developed that helps to structure the flow of incoming positive energy, which is emitted by a bright rainbow when listening to -Orfafardo-.”

“Настоящий релаксатор, насыщенный эмоциональной джазовой импровизацией. Материал настолько хорошо проработан, что помогает структурировать потоки входящего позитива, который излучается яркой радугой при прослушивании -Orfafardo-.”

-Nagamag.com

As an accomplished composer, producer, and bassist, as an Emmy-winning music editor, and executive music producer for film, L.A.-based Brit-transplant Richard Ford humbly maintains a resume of impressive accolades. He has worked with many Oscar-winning filmmakers on such films as Sideways, Argo, and Hidden Figures and, all this as a kind of second career after spending his early adult life as bass player for British music icons like Joe Jackson, Bram Tchaikovsky, and revered guitarist Bill Nelson. Basso Profondissimo 2, the album "Orfafardo" comes from, marks Richard's continued return to his bass-playing roots:

“I began to feel as though my music mojo was tapped at the end of the workday and didn’t have the energy or patience to be creative working on my own music. So, a couple of years ago I decided to take the basses out of the closet, and made it my mission to take some time away from film work to write my own material …I haven’t stopped since! After I finished the first Basso Profondissimo project, the muse of inspiration was still there, and I kept writing for what would become my next album, BP2.”

More info: https://dogranchmusicpr.com/richardford/
https://www.instagram.com/richard_ford_music/

Raina Sokolov-Gonzalez – 40 Days (Spotify)

Categories: Audio, Jazz, The Latest|Tags: Jazz, Neo-Soul, Raina Sokolov-Gonzalez, Review (EN-RU)|

Raina Sokolov-Gonzalez – 40 Days
(Spotify)

“This is the perfect mood for all fans of neo-soul music. Classic jazz elements and blues lead vocals. -40 Days- is a reflection of the multifaceted talent to open the doors of perception of this magic spell.”

“Это идеальное настроение для всех поклонников neo-soul. Классические элементы джаза и блюзовый лидирующий вокал. -40 Days- это отражение многогранного таланта на открытые двери нашего восприятия данного волшебства.”

-Nagamag.com

Raina Sokolov-Gonzalez is a singer/composer based in Brooklyn, New York. Born into a family of musicians, music was Raina’s first language and it runs deep within her veins. Rooted in Jazz and R&B, the songwriter invites us into her unique sonic world with harmonic nuance and lyrical poetry.

Raina’s cross-genre style is built from the bottom up. With improvisation as a starting point for her songs, Raina draws on her emotionality and leans into her perception of the world around, uncovering hidden depths within daily life and articulating personal truth with vulnerability and bravery. Songwriting is her way of processing and understanding life in all its complexity.

Her latest single “40 Days” is a subtly complex story about a struggle to let go. Some of that holding is portrayed and experienced as strength, “I won’t let it go, let it strip all my pride”, a stubborn vigilance. Later in the song, that same holding takes form as an unhealthy attachment, “I fought for you when I knew it wasn’t right.” It’s hard to let go and it’s especially hard to let go of people who have hurt you, as backwards as that may seem. At the core of “40 Days” is the desire to let go, to be soft, to live in expansive harmony, and the accompanying choir embodies that desire. Community, shared truth and recognition set us free.

The single is a slow burn. Flickering with a tender tempo, the intro and verses keep us close; their delicate specificity is complimented by the fullness and warmth of the chorus and choir. Keeping intimacy at the center, the simplicity of the song demands a high level of craftsmanship and restraint. “40 Days” is entirely full and romantic in its sonic appeal. Captivating from the start, this New Yorker produces smoky, sensual vocals that glide over the track melting into a surge of passion and honesty.

With over 600k streams on Spotify and a budding global audience, RSG has packed rooms at prestigious venues such as Brooklyn Bowl, SOB’s, Rockwood Music Hall, MoMA PS1 and many others. Opening for artists such as Starchild and the New Romantic, Raina has a deep connection to the New York City music scene.

“40 Days” is the second single to be released off of the upcoming album IF THEY’RE MINE, due May 2021.

https://www.instagram.com/rainasokolovgonzalez/
https://www.facebook.com/rainasokogonz/
https://twitter.com/thereal_RSG