Our first post-tour gig at Jazz After Dark Jam Session went well, partly because everyone got familiar with the music. Miles said sometimes that before going into the studio, he went on tour first with his band. There is a receptive ease in creating that you can access only through familiarity. The Session went until long after midnight. A percussionist, Adam Pawel, joined us and we happened to play quite a dancing-party-anthem.

I recently became more active on Instagram (not only to my brain’s delight) partially, to have a “marketing” platform. I always saw Instagram as a place for pictures, and I wonder if that is going to change.

Yesterday, in a conversation with my friend Maia Cruz, we had the idea to launch a new podcast format, in which we will interview musicians of the scene in a professional quality. Within hours, we set a date, place, and time for the first episode. I am very excited to have a dear friend of mine who will be releasing his first album at beginning of September, and who will play a tune or two live for us at the podcast. 

Also, I would like to introduce to you my new category “albums of the week” (I have a cheeky smile while I write that, because up until recently I could not have imagined to do such a thing), where I will present my three favourite albums of the week.

Fabia Mantwill – IN.SIGHT (2025)

Excellent production and playing meet the composer’s deep intuition and skill. From danceable “Whirl The Wheel” over a beautiful orchestrated string section on “Sleeping Giant” to the intricate “Fairy Glen”, this album is a delicious delight, also containing great solos from Kurt Rosenwinkel and Anat Cohen, too.

Searching for Home – Not your Face (upcoming, 2025)

The eleven-musician-strong band has an especially  refreshing and versatile take on their new EP. Lina Ida Wutzler’s vocals are outstanding. Wether you listen to tracks like “More Bubbles” or “No Sleeper” you can’t help but feel the funk.  All delivered with a well-thought-out and pointed brass section. 

Jazz Artists Guild – Newport Rebels (1961)

You would like to know how it is done? This album will teach you. A true classic. Among the All-Star Ensemble Roy Eldridge’s parts are especially captivating as a trumpeter (his range and style). Charles Mingus Bass delivers a drive on tracks like “Mysterious Blues” that is outstanding.

Catch ya next week,

Fabio