It starts low and resonant, almost as if the air itself is humming. Then, without rushing, the sound begins to travel—across chords, through grooves, around melodies—until it’s no longer just bass, but a voice in its own right. This is how John Patitucci approaches...
There’s a certain magic in percussion that doesn’t shout for attention yet changes the shape of the music entirely. Rogerio Boccato has that magic. Across Quatro, Vã Revelação, and Bastille Day, his playing is a study in subtle power—textures and pulses that guide the...
As fireworks light up the sky this July 4th, it’s an opportune moment to reflect on the deeper meanings of independence and freedom. John Finbury’s instrumental composition “Independence Day,” featured on his album Quatro, offers a profound...
John Finbury, a two-time Grammy nominee known for his dynamic fusion of jazz and Latin music, has consistently utilized his art to amplify powerful social narratives. One of his most impactful works, “Llegará El Día,” from the album Quatro, vividly embodies music’s...
Vã Revelação – Bruna Black Vã Revelação presents a broad array of sub-genres under the umbrella of Brazilian Jazz: there are classic Bossas and Sambas, but also Baião, Partido Alto, Forró, and Afoxê. Bruna proves herself a vocal chameleon, shifting in colors,...
