Smoke Sessions

Nicholas Payton emerges from the pandemic blur with creative energy to spare and attributes we’ve come to expect; chops and taste as one of his generation’s finer trumpeters, gestures of contextual/semantical... — Downbeat, February 2023, 3 and a half out of 5 stars More…

But it is Henderson’s clarion trumpeting that guides the crush of talent on this album. His musical wisdom, gleaned during decades spent on the best jazz bandstands, informs every unerring note. — Downbeat, September 2020, 4 out of 5 stars More…

...Few artists 'own' their instrument to the degree that trombonist Steve Turre does... his voice is distinctive and memorable... Leading a group that includes an eight-piece string ensemble... — Downbeat, September 2018, 3 out of 5 stars More…

The guitarist’s trademark sound and phrasing are clear and present, his impeccable timing resonating with the humming groove established by the luxury bass/drums combo of Peter Washington and... — Downbeat, December 2020, 4 out of 5 stars More…

Beloved of the Sky is a fine selection of varied origianls for quintet that showcase her adaptable talent. Imaginative and restless, her pieces are a reflection of her playing style, never overworking... — BBC Music Magazine, August 2018, 5 out of 5 stars More…