Fernando Perdomo has all but completed his twelve-album prog-instrumental ‘Waves’ album series. The multitalented Perdomo has given listeners 120 songs over the last 12 months and is about to drop his ‘Best Of Waves’ series in a few days. Before he does, here are my thoughts on the best of each of the ‘Waves’ albums. […]
Tim Morse’s Transformation, released in 2015, is an impressive showcase of sophisticated songwriting, progressive rock ambition, and heartfelt musicianship. Best known for his work as a keyboardist, author (Yesstories), and member of the band Parallels, Morse brings a deeply personal and musical sensibility to this solo effort—his second following Tim Morse (2005). On Transformation, Morse […]
Talented multi-instrumentalist Fernando Perdomo brings his year-long, epic ‘Waves’ series to a rewarding conclusion with the release of ‘Waves 12’. The prolific artist/producer has given listeners 120 water-inspired instrumental-themed songs this year. ‘Waves 12’ does not deviate from the theme of prior releases. It’s clear that Perdomo’s vision and focus on quality have not wavered […]
Johannes Wallmann isn’t just releasing albums—he’s building worlds. Not Tired follows the wonderful duet album, Holding Space, with saxophonist Dennis Mitcheltree. The Wisconsin-based pianist and composer returns with Not Tired, his twelfth outing as a leader, and it’s the kind of record that takes a simple everyday moment and stretches it into a sweeping cinematic […]
Miami-based trio Fat Produce returns with Soulful Days, a warm, analog-driven celebration of deep groove culture—recorded live to tape and rooted in soul-jazz, funk, and reggae tradition. Guitarist Addison Rifkin and drummer Michael Duffy talk about musical lineage, developing a trio voice, and why a no-overdubs recording makes all the difference. Preston: I’m thrilled to […]
Jim Griffin isn’t just making records—he’s building monuments. The veteran progressive rocker follows up his impressive 2023 release, Marginalia Suburbia with perhaps his best work yet. The Counterblast is a sprawling, cerebral, and deeply emotional suite that plays like a eulogy for the space age and a love letter to the idealism that launched it. […]
Preston Frazier: Hello Mark Anthony K. It’s always a pleasure to speak to you about your new music. You are so prolific—not only with Projekt Gemineye, but Dark Monarchy, and some work under your own name. This new album is extraordinary. Let’s start with the title: The Dark Days of Yesterday. What is the meaning […]
Burnt Sugar The Arkestra Chamber has been defying categories for over two decades, blurring the lines between funk, rock, soul, and free jazz. If You Can’t Dazzle Them With Your Brilliance, Then Baffle Them With Your Blisluth Pt. Two captures that renegade energy in raw, live form — recorded in Detroit and Ohio, it’s an […]
Ah, the games afoot. Fernando Perdomo’s 2025 efforts have included a varied yet stellar selection of albums. The twelve-album ‘Waves’ series has been a worthy addition to his discography and my CD collection. Now, as 2025 wraps up, I can’t help but think which album of the twelve ( 11 at the time of this […]
Preston Frazier: Hello, Danny. How are you? It looks like you are on a tour bus?! Danny Ayala: Yes, I’m currently on tour, so I’m in a van, but I’m here. Good to see you. Preston: Good to see you as well. I’m thrilled to interview Danny Ayala about his new album, Only Fools Love […]
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