http://www.dahlia-works.com
Country : Japan
Genre : Jazz
Style : Nu-Jazz , Electro Jazz , Groove Jazz
Label : AVEX
Tracklist :
01. Eta Carinae
02. Rich Woman
03. Interlude - A Scheme
04. I'M Hip
05. Rose, Her Name Is Rose
06. Cienna'S
07. Beautiful, But Noir
08. Bossa Bambina
09. Sweety - Ending
http://hugokant.com
Country : France
Style : Abstract Hip Hop , Nu-Jazz , Downtempo
Tracklist :
1. This Old Relaxation (Remix From This Old Tune by Zé Mateo)
2. Ranjia (Jon Kennedy Remix)
3. This Old Tune (Blossom Remix)
4. Leonids (Kovacs Remix)
5. Thou Shalt Not Kill (Radio Citizen Remix)
6. June (Screenatorium Remix)
7. So Why ? (Cuz Remix)
8. No Jazz (Renegades Of Jazz Remix)
9. 5 for you and 5 for me (Triberg Remix)
http://www.basisrecords.com
Origine du Groupe : Japan
Style : Nu-Jazz , Jam Band
Tracklist :
1. Rebel [05:49]
2. Belief [05:21]
3. Rio [06:37]
4. Graduation Day [05:26]
5. Danza Eterna [05:00]
6. Peekaboo [04:59]
7. 4 Caminos [05:17]
8. Unreachable [05:37]
9. Reflection [05:50]
http://www.cayetanomusic.com
Origine du Groupe : Greece
Style : Alternative , Downtempo, Electro Dub, Nu Jazz
Sortie : 2012
From http://www.cayetanomusic.com
In 1996, 19 year old George Bratanis released his 1st album with his group Stroggilo Kitrino (The Round Yellow) to much praise, especially for a very characteristic use of the Hammond sound and his own dynamic on-stage appearances.
After Stroggilo Kitrino found success playing venues in Greece and Italy, Bratanis left his group and in 1999, he moved to Spain, where he composed music for theatrical plays and films. While touring Spain, Bratanis played as a session musician for respectable Spanish bands, and though this gave him a good deal of respect, he nevertheless left Spain in 2004 so he may explore his ambitious dreams of becoming a successful solo artist under the helm of Cayetano.
Cayetano made his first releases while still living in Barcelona, the vinyl EPs “Mr. White” and the eponymous “Cayetano”, on the German label "Kinky Lounge". His international recognition came in 2006 when he released the album "Focused", which managed to get extensive airplay on many radio stations and received near universal praise from critics. His following collaboration with Loopa Scava resulted in his sophomore album "Up & Down", released by Etage Noir Records.
Cayetano has since recieved a nomination for the French Annually Prizes "Prix Radiophonie", the 1st Award for film scoring for the Swedish film "Herr Holger" , the honor of having Berlin's Mathematical Expo choose his song "Mathematical Sorrow" as their official theme, numerous remixes from the likes of Parov Stelar, Wax Tailor, and Mod X, as well as licensing his music to a diverse selection of media and not to mention his live appearances were lauded by the likes of WIRE magazine.
His third album, titled "The Big Fall", was released by Etage Noir Records to recognition on international iTunes and SoulSeduction.com charts. “The Big Fall” was Cayetano’s step into a darker, more mature territory, one which Cayetano proudly feels is his most authentic approach to playing his music.
In October 2010, Cayetano signed with Klik Records and subsequently released the album "Back Home" two months later. Four months after the successful release of “Back Home”, he formed the CAYETANO LIVE BAND, a collective of exceptionally talented musicians, whose concerts are more than often sold out.
On September 17th 2012, Cayetano returns with his crowning achievement, the album he is proudest of, ‘’Once Sometime”, on Klik Records’ new sub-label Pale Sound Records.
As James Andrew said:
"Cayetano seems to walk in a road made for him, by him. A unique, colorful road. And he walks really nice".
Tracklist :
01. Tower of Power
02. Babylon On Fire (feat. NEK)
03. There Is a Sky Now (feat. Georges Perin)
04. Take Your Gun (feat. Stefanatty)
05. Never Gonna Happen Twice
06. Be My Queen
07. Chin Achin
08. Once Sometime
09. Day Boy
10. Night Without Stars (feat. Georges Perin)
11. Will You Be Mine
12. The Circle of Life (feat. Georges Perin)
13. Standing Still
http://picpack.org.ua
http://www.discogs.com
Origine du Groupe : Latvia
Style : Experimental , Downtempo, Future Jazz, Nu Jazz
Sortie : 2009
From http://archive.org
Musical and poetic duet "Cocoa" with her debut album "always" -
a real gem in the contemporary Russian music. Strange little things (and
otherwise it will not be called), collected in the album are
connection fantastically beautiful poems and constant unexpected game
sounds interwoven into mischievous, intricate melodies, reminiscent of the
childhood dreams, calm unconcern, a good kind of absurd and positive
experiment.
Participants electronic duo "Cocoa" is not accidental conceal his musical
origin. Being created as an experiment, a musical outlet,
entertainment for friends, "Cocoa" - an attempt to make light and beautiful
pop music, not burdened roaring guitars and hard drums. Perhaps the
this is how they are born of the coolest projects: free from the obligations
just for love.
Like many electronic bands, "Cocoa" is betting on female vocals
and rich musical erudition of both authors. Completes the picture good
sound engineering.
First you hear the sweet, rich tone of voice, she sings-weave
amazingly beautiful and whimsical lyrics, Burlesque. Then sings along
light and in a good hit melodies. And then start and pereslushivat
colorful beads to sort songs one by one, noting with surprise that
"Cocoa" in one track can coexist songs of whales and cats
industrial noise and sounds of the city - and all this wealth so unobtrusively
singing fills the space that is monitored only at the level of nuance.
For bright airy layers of sounds, images and associations generated
open and fluid imagination of the author, is a mature professional
work done not only elegant and tasteful, but absolutely original and
100% in the spirit of the times!
Tracklist :
01.always(4:45)
02 -Po(4:50)
03 -origami(4:59)
04 -kit(3:54)
05 -paraplan(4:32)
06 -Sumac(1:11)
07 -kloun(3:45)
08 -minuty(4:11)
09 -zheleznodorozhnik(4:02)
10 -ka4eli (4:50)
11 -dura(4:21)
12 -napopopolam(3:57)
13 -vals(2:28)
14 -eng(4:35)
15 -lullaby(4:49)
http://picpack.org.ua
http://www.discogs.com
Origine du Groupe : Latvia
Style : Experimental , Downtempo, Future Jazz, Nu Jazz
Sortie : 2009
From http://archive.org
Musical and poetic duet "Cocoa" with her debut album "always" -
a real gem in the contemporary Russian music. Strange little things (and
otherwise it will not be called), collected in the album are
connection fantastically beautiful poems and constant unexpected game
sounds interwoven into mischievous, intricate melodies, reminiscent of the
childhood dreams, calm unconcern, a good kind of absurd and positive
experiment.
Participants electronic duo "Cocoa" is not accidental conceal his musical
origin. Being created as an experiment, a musical outlet,
entertainment for friends, "Cocoa" - an attempt to make light and beautiful
pop music, not burdened roaring guitars and hard drums. Perhaps the
this is how they are born of the coolest projects: free from the obligations
just for love.
Like many electronic bands, "Cocoa" is betting on female vocals
and rich musical erudition of both authors. Completes the picture good
sound engineering.
First you hear the sweet, rich tone of voice, she sings-weave
amazingly beautiful and whimsical lyrics, Burlesque. Then sings along
light and in a good hit melodies. And then start and pereslushivat
colorful beads to sort songs one by one, noting with surprise that
"Cocoa" in one track can coexist songs of whales and cats
industrial noise and sounds of the city - and all this wealth so unobtrusively
singing fills the space that is monitored only at the level of nuance.
For bright airy layers of sounds, images and associations generated
open and fluid imagination of the author, is a mature professional
work done not only elegant and tasteful, but absolutely original and
100% in the spirit of the times!
Tracklist :
01.always(4:45)
02 -Po(4:50)
03 -origami(4:59)
04 -kit(3:54)
05 -paraplan(4:32)
06 -Sumac(1:11)
07 -kloun(3:45)
08 -minuty(4:11)
09 -zheleznodorozhnik(4:02)
10 -ka4eli (4:50)
11 -dura(4:21)
12 -napopopolam(3:57)
13 -vals(2:28)
14 -eng(4:35)
15 -lullaby(4:49)
http://robertglasper.com
Origine du Groupe : North America
Style : Nu-Soul , Nu-Jazz , Hip Hop , R&B
Sortie : 2012
By Adam Kuhn from
http://corndogchats.blogspot.fr
When one thinks of today's mainstream pop music, one does not immediately think of jazz. In fact, I have been of the opinion for the longest time that jazz needs to find its way back into
mainstream pop music. It was once king and those glory days are far behind, but I think it will return one day, perhaps in a different form, sort of like this. While Norah Jones may be the
closest thing to jazz in pop music today, it is hard to deny that the hip hop world has nestled itself comfortably into that world of pop music as well. So what Robert Glasper has decided to do
here is blend his music prowess, which is that of a jazz pianist, with the musical talents and styling of today's hip hop music. An interesting experiment to be sure, Glaper collaborates with
various artists throughout and the result is a mixed bag.
The greatest attraction in jazz music for me is the moody transportation of the arrangements. The music manages to seep into my atmosphere from out of the speakers and take me to a musical
paradise when done really well. That sort of experience can be found on this album, it is just a shame at how sporadic it comes. Glasper plays a great jazz piano, but his trouble on this album
are his collaborators, who are mostly hit or miss. When paired with the delightfully soulful Erykah Badu on "Afro Blue", the classic standard with a slight twist this time, Glasper arranges an
instantly gratifying experience. The hip is really downplayed for most of the album, featuring mostly jazz numbers with slightly influenced hip hop beats. In reality, the singers are jazzy or
soulful and manage to compliment what Glasper is going for. The problem is sometimes they aren't all that interesting.
Perhaps more songs like "Always Shine", which features Lupe Fiasco, would have benefited the overall effectiveness of the album. On that track, Fiasco's rap pairs uncannily well with the jazz.
For being an "experiment", Glasper should have gone further in marrying these musical styles. That being said, it is like nothing else I have heard, though I also haven't exactly listened to very
much modern jazz to know if this was innovative or not. Glasper flirts with a great album, but honestly falls short not because of his talents as a musician, but as an assembler of talent. It is
worth a listen for the handful of good tracks, and perhaps for the direction it may move the music industry over time.
Tracklist :
01 – Lift OffMic Check (feat. Shafiq Husayn)
02 – Afro Blue (feat. Erykah Badu)
03 – Cherish The Day (feat. Lalah Hathaway)
04 – Always Shine (feat. Lupe Fiasco and Bilal)
05 – Gonna Be Alright (F.T.B.) (feat. Ledisi)
06 – Move Love (feat. KING)
07 – Ah Yeah (feat. Musiq Soulchild and Chrisette Michele)
08 – Consequence Of Jealously (feat. Meshell Ndegeocello)
09 – Why Do We Try (feat. Stokely)
10 – Black Radio (feat. Mos Def)
11 – Letter to Hermoine (feat. Bilal)
12 – Smells Like Teen Spirit
http://www.micatone.de
https://www.myspace.com/micatone06
Origine du Groupe : Germany
Style : Indie , Nu-Jazz , Alternative Fusion , Acid Jazz
Sortie : 2012
From http://www.todayszaman.com
Berlin-based nu-jazz ensemble Micatone is set to present its anticipated new studio album “Wish I Was Here” to their fans in İstanbul this weekend when they take to the stage for a live
performance Saturday night at Garajistanbul.
Featuring Lisa Bassenge on vocals, the five-piece band again uses its unique fusion of jazz sounds with electronic tunes on the new album, released March 2 on the Sonar Kollektiv label. Micatone
will take to the stage at 11 p.m. for the gig. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Biletix.
Tracklist :
01 – Handbrake
02 – Asian Man
03 – Souvenir
04 – Save Me
05 – Break My Heart
06 – Micatone – Dizzy Day
07 – Pearl Diving
08 – Sweet Pain
09 – Just A Boy
10 – Wish I Didn’t Miss You
11 – Gun Dog
12 – Dirty Town
http://www.micatone.de
https://www.myspace.com/micatone06
Origine du Groupe : Germany
Style : Indie , Nu-Jazz , Alternative Fusion , Acid Jazz
Sortie : 2012
From http://www.todayszaman.com
Berlin-based nu-jazz ensemble Micatone is set to present its anticipated new studio album “Wish I Was Here” to their fans in İstanbul this weekend when they take to the stage for a live
performance Saturday night at Garajistanbul.
Featuring Lisa Bassenge on vocals, the five-piece band again uses its unique fusion of jazz sounds with electronic tunes on the new album, released March 2 on the Sonar Kollektiv label. Micatone
will take to the stage at 11 p.m. for the gig. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at Biletix.
Tracklist :
01 – Handbrake
02 – Asian Man
03 – Souvenir
04 – Save Me
05 – Break My Heart
06 – Micatone – Dizzy Day
07 – Pearl Diving
08 – Sweet Pain
09 – Just A Boy
10 – Wish I Didn’t Miss You
11 – Gun Dog
12 – Dirty Town
