The radical discovery by Amir Abdullah of 5 two-track master tapes in the care of Hermine Brooks ­– widow of innovative Detroit drummer Roy Brooks – of the Charles Mingus Quintet recorded live in Detroit at Strata Concert Gallery is cause for some serious celebration.

In 2020, the authorities in Sweden tried to keep normal life going for as long as possible, but, even there, things were eventually brought to a halt by Corona. And like everywhere else, musicians were among the hardest-hit. "It felt somehow as if one of my limbs had been severed,” recalls Ida Sand.

The record-breaking and award-winning artist has taken to Instagram on May 13, to share a story, promoting her new release; another chapter from her version of album ‘Fearless’, titled ‘Halfway Out The Door Chapter’.

Constantly shifting from the most impulsive exuberance to the most restrained meditation, from the most intense passion to the most innocent tenderness, this programme forms a representative panorama of Schumann’s chamber music. Going beyond the piano trios, which already give us a fully rounded account of Schumann, Trio Wanderer have invited their favourite partners to join them for their interpretation of two supreme masterpieces - the Piano Quartet and Piano Quintet.

Caution, high voltage! On their celebrated summer Tour, The BossHoss have returned with fully charged batteries - with their brand new single 'Electric Horsemen,' the Berlin cowboys present the high-energy title track of their 10th studio album! New single, new album, new sound! After the release of their recent dancefloor hit 'Dance The Boogie,' everyone knows: The BossHoss are back and electrified! With 'Electric Horsemen,' the boys have now presented another floor-filling guarantee, where rock riffs merge with driving beats and sparkling Las Vegas glam into a modern power mix. A completely new musical energy and color, as Alec 'Boss Burns' Völkel comments.

Mono are back with the second volume of their annual Christmas EP series 'Heaven' - Heaven Vol. 2. The latter is available now exclusively from Bandcamp. It was recorded by Takaakira 'Taka' Goto at Studio Forty-4 (drums recorded by James Brown at The Union, New York). Mixed and mastered by Rafael Anton Irisarri and Jeremy deVine at Black Knoll Studio in October, 2023.

MONO have long drawn equal inspiration from the light and dark of life, spawning more than two decades of musical turbulence and melodic transcendence. Heaven Vol. 1 marks the beginning of a new annual tradition from MONO: A new EP released on Christmas Day each year, leaning into the light at precisely the time when we need it the most – surrounded by loved ones and hopeful for what the turn of the calendar may bring us.

Julian Bliss performs the Clarinet Concertos of Mozart and Nielsen - often thought of as the two greatest such works in the repertoire, twin examples of what can be achieved by composers who have been truly inspired to write for the clarinet, using its uniquely expressive qualities to produce enduring and comprehensively masterly compositions.

Of Monsters & Men are Icelandic group that meshes chamber pop with dramatic, highly composed indie rock. After two years of touring, writing music and developing their sound, the award winning band is back with a more complex and compelling sound that is sure to excite their fans and draw in listeners across the world.

"Black Holes and Revelations" is the fourth studio album by English alternative rock band Muse. It gets its title from a line in the song "Starlight" which is the second track on the album. Recording was split between New York and France, and it was the first time Muse had taken a more active role in the album's production.

"The 2nd Law" is the sixth studio album by English rock band Muse. The title of the album refers to the second law of thermodynamics and the album's cover art features a map of the human brain's pathways, which was taken from the Human Connectome Project. Recording of the album took place in four different studios, began in October 2011, and ended in August 2012. Mainly self-produced by the band, with the exception of the song "Follow Me" which was co-produced by English electronic music trio Nero, "The 2nd Law" features multiple styles of music and was influenced by acts such as Queen, David Bowie, and Skrillex.

"Building the Perfect Beast" is the second studio solo album by Don Henley, the lead vocalist and drummer for the Eagles. A commercial and critical success, it is generally regarded as the culmination of the smoother, more adult-oriented sound of Henley's solo work.

"It's A Good Day" is the major label debut by the widely acclaimed young jazz singer Cyrille Aimée—yet another step forward for the rapidly rising vocalist. Winner of both the Montreux Jazz Festival’s Vocal Competition and the Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition, Aimée explores a range of musical styles, eras, continents and moods on It's A Good Day (Mack Avenue) with a singular voice on inventive arrangements, and produced by Fabrice DuPont (Shakira, Jennifer Lopez).

Renowned cellist Miklos Perenyi interprets three masterpieces by Britten, Bach and Ligeti. Exhibiting a stirring display of ferocity and finesse, Perenyi plays with detailed expertise. The repertoire includes Benjamin Britten’s Third Suite op.87, Bach’s Suite VI in D Major BWV 1012 and Ligeti’s cello sonata of 1948-1953. The program showcases Perenyi’s rich sonic palette, a truly breathtaking release.

When Wes Montgomery made his first amazing impact on the New York jazz scene at the end of the 1950s, a great many established stars actively sought to record with him. Milt Jackson was one of the few for whom the guitarist felt an equal affinity. For one thing, they shared a strong love for the blues; and Wes had learned, through years of playing with his brother Buddy, to value the vibes/guitar sound. To support this memorable meeting of thoroughly compatible jazz masters, Riverside assembled one of the most cohesive recording rhythm sections of its day: Wynton Kelly, Sam Jones, and Philly Joe Jones.