The New Cool

Takuya Kuroda’s trademark staccato trumpet lines build on dynamic drumming and groovy solos to deliver the thoroughly modern Everyday.

On her new album A Song to Sing, saxophonist Nicole McCabe marries jazz with the world of electronics, maintaining tradition while creating a unique synthesized sound.

Mega Cat have gained fans across genres with their catchy, genre-fluid instrumental music.

Funk Off! The Olympia funk festival returns for a second year January 31 through February 2.

The Bad Plus - Reid Anderson (bass), Dave King (drums), Chris Speed (saxophone), Ben Monder (guitar) - have released their second quartet album, Complex Emotions.

Modern jazz/soul group i///u have released their debut album 'Play for Someone You Love.'

Portland guitarist Chance Hayden's new album "Baritone Gold" takes a fresh look at vintage guitar sounds.

Organ trio Parlor Greens groove with love on debut album "In Green / We Dream."

Canadian brass band Brasstactics present funky original songs and clever covers on their new album Tribute to the Groove.

Australian vocalist Allysha Joy draws from pain and growth on her new album The Making of Silk.