Jan 7, 2015
Frequent contributor Alex Wood has assembled his list of the top 150 albums of the year.1. Jack White- LazarettoLazaretto is an instant classic, an album that successfully combines the sounds of Jack Whites past work and influences to create something wholly his own. A record free of crazy effects and using no compression in the production...
Dec 15, 2014
Words / Photos: Alex WoodIf asked why Medeski, Martin & Wood are still amongst the best jam-bands around today, my answer would go no further than listing the three musicians names.The jazz trios three members have perfected their craft over the last two decades. No single member stands more important than the others, and their...
Sep 20, 2014
Medeski, Scofield, Martin & Woods Juice is the perfect album for jam fans and jazz fans alike.Taking a more laid-back approach than 2006s Out Louder, the four master musicians work their way through jazz, fusion and rock with a deceptive ease, making difficult compositions and inventive solos sound unbelievably easy.Juice abandons the abrasive...
Feb 4, 2014
This installment of Notes From The Jazz Underground features the playlist based on the December 27th show.Another week, another birthday tribute. This time to guitarist John Scofield for his birthday. Luckily, there'a a lot to draw from as Sco has collaborated with some of the very best.In this playlist, you'll find...