Dave Brubeck's defining masterpiece, Time Out is one of the most rhythmically innovative albums in jazz history, the first to consciously explore time signatures outside of the standard 4/4 beat or 3/4 waltz time. It was a risky move – Brubeck's record company wasn't keen on releasing such an arty project, and many critics initially roasted him for tampering with jazz's rhythmic foundation. But for once, public taste was more advanced than that of the critics. Buoyed by a hit single in altoist Paul Desmond's ubiquitous "Take Five," Time Out became an unexpectedly huge success, and still ranks as one of the most popular jazz albums ever. That's a testament to Brubeck and Desmond's abilities as composers, because Time Out is full of challenges both subtle and overt – it's just that they're not jarring.

Playing for Change presents the Songs For Humanity album-an unparalleled musical collaboration manifesting the universal language and transformative power of music with soulful melodies and poignant lyrics. Incomparable artists such as Robbie Robertson, Ringo Starr, John Paul Jones, Carlos Santana, Slash, Jackson Browne, Black Pumas, Bunny Wailer, Peter Gabriel, Manu Chao and a multitude of global musicians have come together to craft a sonic masterpiece. From the captivating rhythms to the heartfelt harmonies, this album transcends borders, uniting the world through music. With the album artwork designed by the legendary Lee Oskar, we invite you to embrace the fusion of creativity, richness of the human experience and passion for changing the world one heart and one song at a time, with Songs For Humanity.

Pianist, composer and arranger Steven Feifke has been called “a virtuoso and a highly communicative and creative musician” by Grammy Award winning trumpeter Brian Lynch.

Today, Miklós Rózsa is best known for classic film scores like Ben-Hur and Lust for Life. Living in America, yet yearning for his native Hungary, Rózsa took a momentary step away from Hollywood to write a violin concerto that sings, dances and positively smoulders.

Phønix is one of the most experienced Danish folk bands.

A period of exile can be a very fruitful – if painful – catalyst for many artists.

Going to saxophone shops is a necessary evil of being a saxophonist. I don’t like doing it, or to be more specific I don’t like doing it when there are other saxophone players there. Going to a saxophone shop in New York City promises to be an adventure, especially when it’s one of the more popular ones like JL Woodwinds.

For Dølajazz 2022, I was commissioned to put together a band and write new music for the opening concert.

According to Sully Erna: "This is the first time I've been totally honest, speaking the truth about real situations," he says.

At his arrival in Venice in 1613, Monteverdi, ever the tireless worker, finally found a challenge that suited him: he would compose every day, both sacred and secular music, for the glory of God or his patrons.

Francesca Torelli is considered among the best Italian lutenists in today’s Early music scene.
After earning a degree in lute with the highest marks at the Conservatory of Verona under the guidance of Orlando Cristoforetti, Francesca completed her studies with Nigel North at the Guildhall School of Music in London.

The album was recorded in Los Angeles with Back Street Crawler bassist Terry Wilson, and co-written with Mark Taylor, who's played with The Alarm, Elton John, Simple Minds, Echo & The Bunnymen and more.

As one of music’s bestselling artists of all time, Gasoline Alley is everything that Stewart does well. His second solo outing is a masterpiece that features breathtaking covers, rock and roll classics and magnificent originals. "Gasoline Alley" features a unique mixture of acoustic and electric instruments from mandolins to swift guitar riffs. Stewart’s raspy vocals and authoritative confidence are in full gear. Included is Stewart’s “Jo’s Lament” and scintillating renditions of The Rolling Stones’ “It’s All Over Now”, Elton John’s “Country Comfort” and Bob Dylan’s “Only a Hobo”. Featured as one of the 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die, "Gasoline Alley" is a vital addition to any music lover’s collection.

A defining moment in a career that has spanned multiple decades, Rod Stewart remains one of the best selling artists of all time. Stewart continued his legacy with the release of his 1971 masterpiece, Every Picture Tells A Story. This quintessential recording rocks hard, comprised of originals and covers; the album is a rich mix of rock, blues and folk. Stewart’s soulful and brilliantly textured vocals are at the forefront of this album, which includes an inspired rendition of The Temptations’ “(I Know) I’m Losing You” and his chart-topping pop anthem, “Maggie May”.

Straight, No Chaser is an album by jazz musician Thelonious Monk, released in 1967. The album was reissued on SACD, including restored versions of previously abridged performances and three additional tracks.