Welcome to JAZZIZ Travel, a podcast about the harmonious fusion of music and places from all around the globe, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci. Join us in the latest episode of JAZZIZ Travel, where we have the honor of sitting down with Randall Kline, the visionary co-founder and Executive Artistic Director of SFJAZZ ..read more

The editors of JAZZIZ have the good fortune of being able to listen to new music before it’s officially released in stores and streaming platforms. And because we’re always listening to new tunes, we always know just what to recommend. That’s why we’ll bring you a roundup of ten songs each Monday, featuring music from ..read more

Welcome to the JAZZIZ Podcast. This is our new series of podcast conversations, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci and featuring some of the best artists of today’s jazz and creative music scene. Many of these artists are part of JAZZIZ Vinyl Club, our series of limited-edition color vinyl albums curated by the JAZZIZ Editors, featuring some of the most ..read more

David Larsen’s full-length collaboration with Ken Peplowski on The Peplowski Project is a swinging tribute to the enthralling sound of 1950s straight-ahead jazz. David Larsen is a highly accomplished musician, composer, and educator who has made a profound impact throughout his career. His collaborations with celebrated artists, along with his impressive educational background, including a ..read more

Ari Joshua continues to showcase his endless creativity on his latest soul jazz composition and heartfelt tribute to Elvin Jones, “Let’s Do It Right Now.” Ari Joshua personifies the essence of musical versatility, having effortlessly navigated the realms of jazz, rock, experimental and improvisational genres throughout his acclaimed career. With an unending wellspring of creativity ..read more

The Week in Jazz is your roundup of new and noteworthy stories from the jazz world. It’s a one-stop destination for the music news you need to know. Let’s take it from the top.   Noteworthy Gibson Gives Reaches Cuba: Gibson Gives, the philanthropic arm of American instrument brand Gibson, donated 52 Epiphone acoustic guitars ..read more

The editors of JAZZIZ have the good fortune of being able to listen to new music before it’s officially released in stores and streaming platforms. And because we’re always listening to new tunes, we always know just what to recommend. That’s why we’ll bring you a roundup of ten songs each Monday, featuring music from ..read more

Saxophonist Matthew Alec and The Soul Electric pay tribute to the illustrious career of trombonist Tom “Bones” Malone via a live program of soul-oriented album of cover material, Live at the Bop Stop! Matthew Alec is rapidly making a name for himself as an emerging talent in the jazz scene. As a saxophonist, he has ..read more

Welcome to the JAZZIZ Podcast. This is our new series of podcast conversations, hosted by JAZZIZ Online Editor Matt Micucci and featuring some of the best artists of today’s jazz and creative music scene. Many of these artists are part of JAZZIZ Vinyl Club, our series of limited-edition color vinyl albums curated by the JAZZIZ Editors, featuring some of the most ..read more

Singer/songwriter/pianist Joanie Pallatto, a mainstay on the Chicago jazz scene for over four decades, reflects on life, love and the enigmatic spaces in between on her latest full-length recording, Accidental Melody. Ohio-born, Chicago-based vocalist/pianist/composer Joanie Pallatto has captivated audiences and listeners with her music for many years. As the co-owner of Southport Records alongside her ..read more