Theme to the Guardian (1975) is an album by Bill Connors, an American jazz guitarist known for his work in both fusion and post-bop jazz. Connors gained recognition as a member of the Chick Corea Return to Forever band, contributing to the development of jazz fusion. Theme to the Guardian represents Connors’ own work as a leader, showcasing his distinctive guitar playing and compositional style.

Haruka (2010) is an album by Gaia Cuatro, an Argentine jazz group known for blending traditional Latin rhythms with modern jazz influences. The album stands out due to its fusion of various genres, blending elements of Argentine folklore, tango, classical, and jazz improvisation into a cohesive and distinct sound. Gaia Cuatro's music often features intricate, rhythmically rich arrangements and a strong focus on melody.

Unreleased Art, Vol. 8: Live at the Winery (2013) is part of a series of posthumous releases by Art Pepper, a celebrated American alto saxophonist known for his emotive playing, technical prowess, and deep involvement in the West Coast jazz scene. This particular volume of the Unreleased Art series presents a live performance by Art Pepper and his band at The Winery in California.

Sweet Science (2002) is an album by Larry Goldings, an American jazz keyboardist, composer, and arranger who is highly regarded for his work in both traditional jazz and more contemporary, experimental realms. Goldings is known for his versatility, particularly in his mastery of the Hammond organ, piano, and synthesizer. In Sweet Science, he presents a compelling mix of jazz, soul, and a touch of funk, showcasing his unique approach to keyboard playing and composition.

The Complete 1962 Birdland Broadcasts (2009) is a remarkable collection that captures live performances by the John Coltrane Quintet at New York City's Birdland club in 1962, featuring the legendary Eric Dolphy on alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute. This set is significant because it represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of Coltrane's sound during his transition from hard bop toward the avant-garde and modal jazz that would define much of his later work.

ARC (1993) is an album by Jimmy Haslip, a highly respected bassist and composer, best known for his work as a founding member of the jazz fusion group Yellowjackets. ARC is a solo album that highlights Haslip's impressive musicianship and his ability to blend jazz, fusion, and contemporary styles into a cohesive, engaging work.

Sound on Sound: Solo 1968–1973 (2010) is a collection of solo recordings by Joe McPhee, an American multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his innovative approach to jazz, improvisation, and avant-garde music. The album gathers various solo works from McPhee’s early years, showcasing his evolution as a musician and his mastery of different instruments, including the saxophone and trumpet.

Fluvius (1994) is a solo album by Didier Malherbe, a renowned French musician primarily known for his role in the progressive rock band Gong, where he played a variety of wind instruments. In Fluvius, he takes on a more experimental and atmospheric approach, creating an instrumental album that combines elements of jazz, world music, and ambient soundscapes.

While not strictly classifiable in the traditions of Tin Pan Alley (á la Berlin or Jerome Kern, his later influence) or operetta (á la Victor Herbert), pianist-composer and producer Vincent ‘Millie’ Youmans is nonetheless rated a highly talented and original songwriter – if an indifferent producer andhopeless businessman. He was born in New York on 27th September 1898 and his father, a milliner by trade, hoped that his son would follow him into that trade. However, from an early age Vincent’s greater interest in the piano became obvious and to finance more advanced studies in his chosen instrument he first took employment as a salesman for a finance company in Wall Street.

Bunny X, based in NYC, are inspired by all things 80s and release a blend of retrowave and italo disco music.
Love Minus 80 (The Remixes) [Instrumentals] brings Bunny X together with a number of exceptional producers in the Synthwave genre and beyond including Earmake, Cassetter, jacket., The G, Dilemma Machine, Future Analog, Grammy Award winner Tony Lake, Diamond Field and more. Each artist delivers unique interpretations of the songs contained on the original album and the result is nothing short of extraordinary.

Aztec Records is proud to unveil the Best of 2024 compilation, a handpicked collection of the finest synthwave, retrowave, and synthpop tracks that defined an unforgettable year. This release is a heartfelt tribute to the incredible artists and passionate fans who make our community thrive, even in today's challenging music landscape.

A Collection of Reissues Selected by Minoru Wakasugi (Writer)" Archives of Motown's treasured jazz records, including its affiliated labels Workshop Jazz, Soul, Gordy, Chisa, and more. Includes Motown labels such as Workshop Jazz, Soul, Gordy, and Chisa. A new series of compilation and reissue by Minoru Wakasugi, a widely active editor, music critic, and author. The first volume focuses on jazz as "the beginning of Motown records. The first volume in this series focuses on jazz as "the beginning of Motown records," and the 32 beautiful tunes selected by Mr. Wakasugi's aesthetic eye will bring you a moment of "abundance and intoxication. The playlist is a supreme treat for soul jazz fans as well as for all-day fans of standard tunes, and the inclusion of M-16 (SIDE-1), the memorable ending theme from "Yoshida Itaru's Barroom Nomadism," is a delight. The opening track is "What's Wrong with Groovin'," which bridges the club culture of the early 90s and the authentic jazz clubs of the 50s that the author of "Shibuya Kei" and others has passed through. and others (including some never before released on CD).This two-disc, euphoric, golden compilation is one that can be enjoyed by all generations in all directions.

Originally released in 1964, this groundbreaking record introduced the world to the raw energy of British rock fused with deep American blues. It features a mixture of blues, R&B, traditional folk covers and covers of songs written by John Lee Hooker, Chuck Berry and Fats Domino. Produced by Mickie Most, The Animals featured Eric Burdon on lead vocals, Hilton Valentine on guitar, Alan Price on keyboards, Chas Chandler on bass guitar and John Steel on drums. October 2024 marks the 60th anniversary of The Animals' self-titled debut album. To celebrate the anniversary, this 2CD deluxe edition is released with a mono mix on CD1 and a stereo mix on CD2, both including the hit ‘House of the Rising Sun’.

Nancy Sinatra’s early attempts are available as Bubblegum Girl Volumes 1 & 2.

NOTHIN’ SUCCEEDS LIKE SUCCESS provides an 80-minute glimpse at the behind-the-scenes inner workings of the 1960s pop process. Professional songwriters would toil away during the day in cramped high-rise office cubicles, churning out compositions that they hoped would become big hits. In turn, it was their publishing company’s duty to try to attract attention to their songs. The easiest way for them to do so was in the form of a demonstration recording pressed on an acetate. Sometimes, the writer(s) themselves would book studio time on the cheap and make a quick recording to demonstrate the potential of what a fully-realized production would sound like. If the writer didn’t have the correct voice for the track (or the right anatomy), there were plenty of available session vocalists willing to provide their services for cash. Of course, the name of the vocalist would not appear on the acetate, so all these years later, the identity of many performers remains a mystery. When in doubt, Teensville chose to err on the side of caution –therefore, quite a few of the selections heard here do not have artists listed.