New releases
Matthias Berg, Reiko Honshoh – “Debut”
The life of Matthias Berg (*1961) revolves around the triangle of music, law and sports. In all three interests he has developed his talent to outstanding levels. Quoting Mr. Berg: “That’s what happens when you combine humour, determination, enthusiasm and a Thalidomid disability”.
Ludwig Nuss – “Ups & Downs”
Ludwig Nuss played with almost all German radio big bands and made numerous recordings for radio, television and recordings with international and national jazz greats such as Bob Brookmeyer, Bill Holman, Patti Austin, Frank Foster, Rob McConnell, Lalo Shifrin, Phil Woods, Jim McNeely, Maceo Parker …
George Robert & Phil Woods – Soul eyes
George Robert – alto sax
Phil Woods – alto sax
Kenny Barron – piano
Rufus Reid – bass
Alvin Queen – drums
Jeff Hamilton Trio – “Hamilton House / Live at Steamers”
Hamilton has worked with Ella Fitzgerald, Rosemary Clooney, the Count Basie Orchestra, Oscar Peterson, and Ray Brown. He toured with Diana Krall and has played on several of her albums.
George Robert & Phil Woods – “The Summit”
George Robert, alto saxophone and clarinet
Phil Woods, alto saxophone and clarinet
Kenny Barron, piano
Ray Drummond, bass
Bill Goodwin, drums
Ann Malcolm – “R.S.V.P”
Celebrated as the “quintessence of female jazz singing” Ann Malcolm fascinates her audiences with her very personal style and phrasing. She will definitely touch your heart with her unique voice that one does not forget.
Two Bone Big Band – Ludwig Nuss, Ingo Luis – “The Return of the Hornplayers”
Ludwig Nuss played with almost all German radio big bands and made numerous recordings for radio, television and recordings with international and national jazz greats such as Bob Brookmeyer, Bill Holman, Patti Austin, Frank Foster, Rob McConnell, Lalo Shifrin, Phil Woods, Jim McNeely, Maceo Parker, Slide Hampton, Vince Mendoza …
Ben Wolfe – “Bagdad Theater”
New York bassist/composer and bandleader Ben Wolfe’s music has been described as “Mingus and Miles Davis meet Bartok and Bernard Herrmann” (Ben Ratliff – The New York Times). Acclaimed by some of the jazz world’s most respected critics for his “wit and cool intelligence” and signature “innovative, melding of hard-swinging jazz quartet, outstanding guest soloists and classical string quartet.”,
Jeff Hamilton Trio – “Hands On”
Jeff Hamilton (born August 4, 1953) is an American jazz drummer, who is co-leader of the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra.
Andy Martin & Metropole Orchestra
Martin is well known for his work as a lead player and featured soloist with virtually every big band in L.A.
Ben Wolfe – “13 Sketches”
New York bassist/composer and bandleader Ben Wolfe’s music has been described as “Mingus and Miles Davis meet Bartok and Bernard Herrmann” (Ben Ratliff – The New York Times). Acclaimed by some of the jazz world’s most respected critics for his “wit and cool intelligence” and signature “innovative, melding of hard-swinging jazz quartet, outstanding guest soloists and classical string quartet.”,
Jeff Hamilton Trio feat. Frits Landesbergen – “Dynavibes”
Jeff Hamilton (born August 4, 1953) is an American jazz drummer, who is co-leader of the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra.
“Straight Into Your Heart” – Metropole Orchestra, Nancy King & Steve Christofferson
She’s been called everything from a “Cult figure” and an “uncompromising artist,” (Earshot Jazz) to “the greatest living jazz singer,” (Herb Ellis). As one of the few improvisers in vocal jazz to master the vocabulary, Nancy King has “indefatigable scat chops and a remarkably elastic range.” (The Oregonian)
Claudio Roditi – Metropole Orchestra
In 1966 Claudio was named a trumpet finalist at the International Jazz Competition in Vienna, Austria. While in Vienna, Roditi met Art Farmer, one of his idols, and the friendship inspired the younger trumpeter to follow a career in jazz.
Joris Teepe – “Bottom Line”
Bass – Joris Teepe
Drums – Carl Allen
Piano – Darrell Grant
Saxophone – Don Braden
Trumpet – Tom Harrell