JAZZ
Jazz poet aja monet explores the realities of creative survival on “Working Class Musicians,” an upbeat yet honest reflection on the struggles and joys of life as a gigging artist. Built on handclaps, unpredictable percussion, and a flowing double bass line, the song balances hardship with hope, celebrating the spiritual power of live music and human connection. The accompanying animated video by Brandon Ray and Paper Brain Productions adds whimsical visuals that perfectly complement monet’s heartfelt storytelling.
South African artists Sio and Daev Martian reconnect on the soulful new single “Liquor". The longtime collaborators revive their signature chemistry with a hypnotic blend of emotional storytelling and jazz-influenced production. Centered on themes of vulnerability, introspection and emotional fallout, the track uses liquor as a metaphor for fleeting escape and lingering pain, while Sio’s haunting vocal performance gives the record a deeply intimate and human feel.
UK Jazz visionary Shabaka returns with “Eyes Lowered,” the latest single from his upcoming album Of the Earth. The deeply personal project marks the UK multi-instrumentalist’s first time rapping on record, inspired by André 3000’s fearless creative exploration. Entirely written, produced, performed and recorded by Hutchings, the album also sees him reunite with the saxophone after an 18-month hiatus. Following earlier singles “A Future Untold” and “Marwa The Mountain,” “Eyes Lowered” signals an intimate new chapter.
L.A.-based singer, songwriter, and producer China Moses (daughter of jazz icon and multi-Grammy winner Dee Dee Bridgewater) unveils the visuals for her latest single, “I Can Be Happy (I Can Be Blue),” from her seventh and newest album, It’s Complicated . Directed by Youri Zakovitc, the heartfelt video follows China as she candidly explores the trials and tribulations of relationships, all set against a jazzy, catchy track she produced herself.
Jeff “Mr. Trombone” Bradshaw teams up with Grammy winner Anthony Hamilton for the soulful new single “Nothing Else Matters,” from his upcoming sixth studio album The Cure . Written and produced by Vidal Davis with co-writes from Bradshaw, Hamilton, and Jarius Mozee, the track celebrates the power of love and devotion. Out now via Music Matters/SRG Jazz, The Cure is a 10-song collection featuring R&B and Jazz greats such as Dave Hollister and Jeff Coffin, offering Bradshaw’s signature blend of healing, uplifting music.