The pioneering hip-hop-meets-jazz outfit returns with an edgy, streetwise disc
Helmed by producer and composer Geoff Wilkinson, Us3’s latest release explores the effects of the current global economic turmoil on urban environments. The album pairs gritty observations with hard-hitting production to create vivid and evocative sonic portraits.
Perspectives on how musicians can be instigators of positive social change
The bass virtuoso discusses the transformative power of music and how his desire to address major global issues influences his approach to his instrument and compositions. He also delves into his work with the jam-band Garaj Mahal on its new no-holds-barred fusion CD w00t.
A record label beyond genres that's unafraid of challenging the status quo
The brainchild of producer, tour manager, and promoter Leonardo Pavkovic, MoonJune is known for its uncompromising stance on releasing music by globally renowned musicians and up-and-comers alike. Its albums focus on the zone between jazz and progressive rock.
The rootless cosmopolitan and guitar innovator on his fiery, new power trio
The incendiary downtown New York City guitarist and composer
talks about his band Ceramic Dog and its recent release Party Intellectuals. Ribot also digs deep into his innovative
guitar techniques and his determination to go beyond the known boundaries of
his instrument.
The celebrated singer-songwriter reflects on his storied, diverse career
Best known as part of The Northern Pikes, one of Canada's best-selling rock acts, Semko recently released his fifth solo album International Superstar. He chronicles the making of the engaging, country-tinged effort and the circumstances that informed its creation.
The Genesis co-founder on his recent reissues and soundtrack work
For many, Phillips’ songs and gorgeous guitar melodies represented the heart and soul of Genesis’ first incarnation. That’s firmly evident on brand new reissues of his early solo work, as well as his most recent material. Phillips explores both realms in this conversation.
Exploring the crossroads between microtonal harmony and Eastern melodies
The leader of Screaming Headless Torsos provides deep insight into KiF Express, his new disc that seamlessly meshes rock, funk, hip-hop, and electronica elements. Fiuczynski also expounds on his unique "global microjams" approach in this fascinating discussion.
Behind the scenes of his new album with Stanley Clarke and Victor Wooten
The legendary bassist and producer
discusses the making of the CD Thunder by S.M.V, his new group also comprised of fellow bass titans Stanley Clarke
and Victor Wooten. In addition, he provides insight into his amazing journey as a solo
artist and session musician.