From Toshiko With Love New Jack Swing Having only played a handful

Having only played a handful of shows in Melbourne and Sydney

Here's where it all came together on the solo tip

From politically charged anthems to tongue-in-cheek provocations

" performed by a Jo Jones sextet featuring notable artists like Harry “Sweets” Edison and Tommy Flanagan

these tracks bring fresh energy to any set or playlist

From Toshiko With Love New Jack Swing Having only played a handfulA distinctive release from the Toshiko Akiyoshi Lew Tabackin Big Band, featuring six original compositions by Tabackin with Akiyoshi's signature arrangements. The album includes heartfelt tributes to jazz legends Don Byas ("A Bit Byas'd"), Sonny Criss, and Ben Webster ("Yet Another Tear"), alongside three additional originals. The Los Angeles ensemble showcases elite West Coast talent: trumpeters Steve Huffsteter and Buddy Childers, trombonist Bruce