33 JAZZ records from New Note

Release date: 20 August 33 JAZZ

JOHN LAW The Art Of Sound Vol.1 CD 33JAZZ155
Debut album from an outstanding international trio ‘reworking the traditional materials of a jazz piano trio’, comprising of John Law (piano) ‘a hidden treasure of the UK jazz scene’, Sam Burgess (bass) and Asaf Sirkis (drums).

PAULA RAE GIBSON No More Tiptoe CD 33JAZZ159
‘No More Tiptoes’ is the debut album on 33 Jazz from vocalist/photographer Paula Rae Gibson and pianist Tom Pilling. The album is raw, unashamed emotion, without pretence, an expression of life, loss, fear and it exhibits a need to be just honest.

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JOANNA EDEN TRIO Moving Shadows CD 33JAZZ149
This new recording by the singer/pianist Joanna Eden announces the arrival of a wonderful new talent on the UK jazz scene. Joanna has built a solid fan base in the clubs and concert halls of the East of England and she made her London debut at Jazz on the Park in 2006. Since then she has toured the UK, supported Jamie Cullum in concert and has now released this album of classic jazz standards.

RENATO D'AIELLO Sintetico CD 33JAZZ151
On this melodic and exciting album, Italian saxophonist Renato D’Aiello brings together an all-star band to explore a beautifully selected range of both original and standard material. He is featured with pianist Andrea Pozza, from Enrico Rava’s current band, bassist Nicola Muresu and drummer Keith Copeland.

TINA MAY Sings The Ray Bryant Songbook CD 33JAZZ150
Tina May, one of the UK’s leading vocalists, is featured alongside the legendary American pianist Ray Bryant on this album recorded by Rudy Van Gelder in New Jersey. They are accompanied by some of the most respected East Coast musicians playing superb arrangements by Don Sickler.

PETE OXLEY / LUIS D'AGOSTINO Double Singular CD 33JAZZ144
The fantastic duo of British uitarist Pete Oxley and Argentinean guitar virtuoso Luis D'Agostino have been thrilling audiences across the UK with their wonderful inter-play and technical playing. This live recording features wonderfully varied material – from Jobim’s ‘Someone To Light Up My Life’ to the Mingus classic ‘Nostalgia In Times Square.

TAEKO KUNISHIMA Red Dragonfly CD 33JAZZ145
Japanese pianist Taeko Kunishima is joined by some of the very best UK musicians, including the saxophonist Russel Van Den Berg. The album also features the unique sound of Clive Bell’s Shakuhachi (the ancient Japanese flute).

NIA LYNN The Bannau Trio CD 33JAZZ146
The debut album from Welsh vocalist Nia Lynn features the trio’s favourite standards interpreted in an original and innovative way, as well as folk, traditional and original compositions. The freedom of the line-up (voice, flute and piano) means that they can traverse unexpected areas of the music by experimenting with the ‘role’ of the instruments and thus changing the sound of the trio to something vast, mysterious and compelling.

JOSH KEMP Animus CD 33JAZZ142
Debut album from the up-and-coming jazz saxophonist Josh Kemp, who has recorded a selection of his original compositions, together with a couple of choice standards. The quartet has played together for the last three years, gaining a rapport which allows the music to flow with spontaneity, from fever-pitch intensity to soft and sensitive interaction.

TINA MAY/NIKKI ILES/STAN SULZMANN A Wing And A Prayer CD 33JAZZ134
Third release in a series of albums on which vocalist Tina May and pianist Nikki Iles are joined by a leading British woodwind player. This new recording features the wonderful Stan Stulzmann on saxophone and flute who contributes some beautiful solos. Tina performs her own original lyrics to songs by Kenny Wheeler and Joe Henderson and Nikki Iles again demonstrates why many regard her as the UK’s leading pianist.

GEOFF EALES TRIO Homecoming CD 33JAZZ143
For his fifth album as leader, jazz piano virtuoso Geoff Eales returns to his beloved trio format. Joined by his regular team of Roy Babbington on bass and Mark Fletcher at the drums, “The Homecoming” serves up a potent mixture of stunning originals and imaginatively re-worked standards.

KAREN LANE / PAUL MALSOM Can't Help It CD 33JAZZ141
Australian vocalist / songwriter Karen Lane has become well-established on the UK jazz scene. On her third album for “33 Jazz” she is joined by her regular gigging partner, guitarist Paul Malsom, in an album of gentle Latin-influenced titles. ‘A lovely singer…highly recommended’ Michael Parkinson.

ANDREW FISHER Preludes And Suites CD 33WM140
“Preludes and Suites” contains three sets of compositions by the British composer/pianist Andrew Fisher. The first is a collection of seven Preludes for piano solo, which combine jazz and classical aesthetics, featuring the composer at the piano.

KILLER SHRIMP Sincerely Whatever CD 33JAZZ140
This major new project from two of the UK’s most talented musicians, saxophonist Ed Jones and trumpeter Damon Brown, is a technically brilliant, hard-hitting exploration of funk, latin, bop by John Fordham: “Telling tunes, coolly crafted harmonies, powerful horn-playing and a great young rhythm section”. John Fordham, The Guardian.

KATHERINE GANG Laughing At Lonely CD 33JAZZ135
Vocalist Katherine Gang marks her debut with a stunning and bold album which features the songs of Richard Niles (BBC Radio 2 presenter, world-famous producer and songwriter) and the piano styling of Clive Dunstall.

SHAYNEE RAINBOLT At Home CD 33JAZZ132
The second album from New York based vocalist Shaynee Rainbolt features some of the very best musicians currently playing on the NY scene, including Tony Bennett’s new regular pianist Lee Musiker and the sensational young saxophonist Cliff Lyons.

CHARLOTTE GLASSON Escapade CD 33JAZZ136
This delightful album of original compositions by the award-winning saxophonist Charlotte Glasson is a reflection of her many musical interests and takes the listener on a varied musical journey. It features Herbie Flowers on bass and the tap dancer Will Gaines, amongst others.

AISHA HR NYC TRIO A-Symmetry CD 33JAZZ137
The Italian pianist Aisha HR recorded “A-Symmetry” in New York with two of NYC’s major musicians, Joe Strasser and Paul Gill. Produced by leading American pianist David Hazeltine, it is asuperb example of highly creative jazz played by a world-class trio. The repertoire includes originals and standards completely arranged by Aisha.

IAN RITCHIE Ian Ritchie's Soho Project CD 33JAZZ138
The Soho Project, led by saxophonist/composer Ian Ritchie, brings together his composing, playing and arranging abilities in a fresh sounding musical package that wil appeals to listeners of differing musical tastes. The intriguing harmonic concept will draw in die-hard jazz fans whereas the world rhythms and haunting melodies will appeal to a much wider pool of listeners.

LOUISE GIBBS More Questions Than Answers CD 33JAZZ139
Vocalist Louise Gibbs’s 3^rd album for ‘33’ finds her featured alongside the great Jonathan Gee Trio and joined on four tracks by leading Italian saxophonist Renato D’Aiello. Although based on the standard song book – the album includes surprising arrangements and also a wonderful version of ChicK Corea’s Crystal Silence and Elvis Costello’s Who Do You Think You Are?

STELLA GOODEY              Since I Fell For You               CD                    33WM139
Jazz vocalist Stella Goody is one of those tireless professional singers, whose life has been a mixture of concert, cruise and club performances. Stella’s debut album features her alongside her regular working band as she performs a collection of standard compositions.
TIM RICHARDS                  Epistrophy                     33JAZZ120
The British pianist, bandleader, composer and educator Tim Richards is best known as leader of Spirit Level, the seminal modern jazz group he formed in 1979. His latest ensemble Great Spirit combines the earthiness of blues and funk, the harmonies of contemporary jazz, the rhythms of Africa, and the thrilling combination of structure and freedom provided by Tim's innovative writing. Featured musicians include Roger Beaujolais, Tony Kofi, Dick PearceJason Yarde, Ed Jones and Seb Rochford.

ZOE SCHWARZ Devil Or Dove 33JAZZ121
Jazz singer Zoë Schwarz’s voice possesses a remarkable flexibility; rich and smoky in its lower register with a thrilling, soaring eloquence in the upper range that reflects years of classical training. Her collaborator on this album is guitarist Rob Koral, a brilliant improviser, whose entire thinking is steeped in the jazz tradition.