Using guitar as a vehicle to explore imaginary places and spaces
Seamlessly weaving organic and electronic influences together is the hallmark of guitarist and composer Mark Wingfield's diverse, jazz-based output. His new release Sleeper Street exemplifies his determination to take his instrument into previously-unknown territory.
Living Colour returns with its first studio release in six years
The guitar visionary provides fascinating insight into the genesis of The Chair in the Doorway, Living Colour's fifth studio effort. He also goes deep into the philosophies that inform his output, as well as the intricate technology that enables him to follow his muse.
A musical shapeshifter determined to keep pushing the envelope
Guitarist Tim Motzer’s output crisscrosses musical universes, including jazz, fusion, prog, hip-hop, soul, and electronica. He delves into Base3, his all-improvised jazz-rock trio, as well as his work with electronica luminary Burnt Friedman and ex-Can drummer Jaki Liebezeit.
The celebrated guitarist delivers his most expansive album to date
Mike Stern's influence on guitarists, as well as jazz and fusion musicians in general, is immeasurable. He goes behind the scenes of his latest CD Big Neighborhood, an adventurous, star-studded release that serves as another highlight in his already storied catalog.
Reflections on 40 years of expertly weaving together song and guitar craft
The legendary guitarist and singer-songwriter discusses his new retrospective box set, his unique guitar approach, as well as the making of Cabaret of Souls, an ambitious orchestral song cycle. He also looks back at his seminal work with Fairport Convention and Nick Drake.
Bridging Inuit throat singing with myriad genres and influences
Untethered by tradition, Tanya Tagaq integrates her mercurial vocals based on Inuit throat singing into wildly diverse contexts on her new album Auk/Blood. Tagaq discusses the disc, as well as her high-profile collaborations with Björk and Kronos Quartet.