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John Beasley Sextet at Presidio Theatre
by Steven Roby
John Beasley Sextet Presidio Theatre Miles Davis at 100 San Francisco, CA May 14, 2026 Spanning a 90-minute set from Birth of the Cool to Amandla, John Beasley's sextet anchors the centennial with Miles's most influential band--the 1965--68 quintet featuring Wayne Shorter. Last September at San Francisco's Presidio Theatre, percussionist and former Miles Davis collaborator Mino Cinelu marked the trumpeter's centennial by lighting 100 candles across the stage and performing four Davis ...
Continue ReadingFour New Jazz Releases from John Beasley, Mike Clement, Catherine Russell and Joe Syrian
by George Graham
George Graham presents four new jazz releases from John Beasley and the SWR Big Band, Guitarist Mike Clement, vocalist Catherine Russell and drummer Joe Syrian and the Motor City Octet. Playlist John Beasley and the SWR Big Band “Invisible Piano" from Invisible Piano (o-tone) 7:26 John Beasley and the SWR Big Band “Galaha" from Invisible Piano (o-tone) 5:17 Mike Clement “Access Granted" from Polka Dots and Ray Bans (Cellar) 4:14 Mike Clement “The Tempo" from Polka Dots and ...
Continue ReadingCatherine Russell, Nat Reeves, Bobby Broom & John Beasley
by Joe Dimino
We kick off Episode 957 of Neon Jazz with a true living legend--John Beasley--a masterful bridge between jazz's rich past and its ever-evolving present. Teaming up with the powerhouse SWR Big Band, he sets the tone with his stunning 2026 release Invisible Piano. From there, the journey rolls through a lineup of modern greats and enduring voices, featuring fresh sounds from Bobby Broom, Catherine Russell, Nat Reeves, and the timeless spirit of Mal Waldron. Along the way, we spotlight a ...
Continue ReadingMark Winkler: Hold On
by Pierre Giroux
Throughout his extensive career, Mark Winkler has been a steadfast presence on the Los Angeles jazz scene, earning a reputation as one of the most versatile and captivating vocalists in contemporary jazz. With Hold On, his 22nd album, Winkler continues to demonstrate that artistic growth and creative curiosity remain central to his work. While many artists with such a prolific discography might be tempted to rest on their laurels, Winkler continues to push forward, creating new material and thoughtfully reimagining ...
Continue ReadingJohn Beasley: A Man of Many Hats
by David Bixler
2024 has been a productive year for LA-based pianist and composer John Beasley. He released three new recordings, two of which are up for GRAMMY awards. Nominated in the category of “Best Latin Jazz Album" is El Trio on Challenge Records which features bassist Jose Gola and drummer Horacio “El Negro" Hernandez. The second nomination in the category of “Best Large Ensemble Album" is for the recording Returning to Forever, a reimagining of Chick Corea's Return to Forever with the ...
Continue ReadingJohn Beasley, Jose Gola & Horacio "El Negro" Hernandez: El Trio Live in Italy
by Glenn Astarita
El Trio Live in Italy features the impressive line-up of Grammy Award-winner John Beasley on keyboards and synthesizers, José Gola on electric bass, and Horacio “El Negro" Hernandez on drums. Described as a “dream threesome" of renowned musicians, this album is a product of their summer tour of Italy in 2022. The album's essence is a journey of three friends allowing the music to guide them. All three artists have a rich history, having toured with the maestro of Afro-Cuban ...
Continue ReadingDwight Trible: Ancient Future
by Chris May
This adventurous album takes spiritual jazz's premier vocalist out of his comfort zone and into the deep blue yonder. It is a work of extremes, beginning with a storm of avant-rock, funk and electronics and ending by spinning off into abstract space accompanied by a virtual headful of Stanley Owsley's finest. In short, Ancient Future will shave your ass. The album is the follow-up to Trible's outstanding Mothership (Gearbox, 2019), but aside from being on the same ...
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