The third volume in the Jazz Is Dead series is the subject's first American recording in more than 50 years.
A recontextualized solo version of 2019's All Mirrors (recorded prior to it) that stands emphatically on its own.
A thoroughly enjoyable all-Czech album from an impressive young violinist.
Years in the making, the Brazilian singer/songwriter teams with producer Thomas Bartlett to deliver her most electronic album yet.
From a fine new Couperin keyboard cycle, two ordres along with two rare and beautiful organ masses.
The recorded debut by this trio delivers a slew of new tunes and deftly re-examines selections from the guitarist's catalog.
With the band that appeared on the Grammy-winning Rebirth and guests, the composer/pianist delivers an exotic, musically expansive outing.
A stripped-down, earthy and vital sequel to Rush's acoustic blues album Raw.
The first new material in nine years from this sad-hearted indie folk band breaks new ground while it recalls earlier greatness.
A darker, more dramatic diversion from Seattle electronic duo ODESZA and Australian producer Golden Features.
Fascinating representation of the musical interactions between the Ottoman Empire and the West, with music from a 17th century manuscript.
Influenced by ambient music and classic techno and sprinkled with subtle melodies, this sleekly minimalist album is a satisfying left turn.
The iconic hard rockers team with Bob Ezrin for the third time and "...put the 'Deep' back in 'Deep Purple'."
Another slice of '70s-influenced summery pop delivered with whimsical charm and sugary sweetness, but more confidence than ever.
Eblis Álvarez's loopy exploration of cumbia via the example of a 1980s-era Colombian sci-fi disco band, neo-psychedelia, and primitive neo-electro.
An exceptional collection of works by Owain Park does much to establish him as Rutter's heir apparent.
Autobiographical songwriting and playful pop culture references make the band's third album some of their richest music.
With joyful abandon, the singer/songwriter explores the African musical connections between Brazil and Cuba via re-envisioned hits and new tracks.
A substantial new setting of the requiem mass, with links to the past but a distinctive voice, wonderfully performed.
A sprawling, poignant, and cannily timed modern big band meditation on America's racial tensions that includes vocalists and strings.
The Grammy-winning singer returns to his original, crossover soul and jazz sound on his romantic, richly produced sixth album.
The band's fourth album in a 16-month period embraces power pop and clean production, with songs a cut above even their usual strong output.
A once-forgotten masterpiece of Caribbean- and African-influenced electric jazz led by one of Britain's finest musicians gets its due.
The ninth album from this Duster/Built to Spill side project is a homespun and pleasantly unpredictable take on melancholic indie songcraft.
A grand and utterly unknown requiem for Louis XVI, written 18 years after the fact.
The trio's second album adds candy coating to their majestic synth pop; the result is like a bubblegum Human League.
Recorded and self-produced by the band in two weeks, Jaga Jazzist's seventh studio album is one of their most effortless-sounding releases.
Lost 2008 recordings from the Magnolia Electric Co./Songs: Ohia leader revel in beautiful, introspective sorrow.
Evan Patterson leaves Americana traditions in the dust in favor of shadowy, surreal electronic collages.
Combining sessions at GRM recorded 30 years apart, this startling, mysterious piece brings O'Rourke's music full-circle.
The Canadian singer/songwriter returns to music with an album that speaks of strength, independence, and rough-hewn beauty.
After injuries sustained in a car crash derailed her career, the singer/songwriter returns with life-affirming pop indebted to the '80s and '90s.
Crackling Adès performances by the pianist who understands them best.
After a decade with Verve, the reliable 12-time Grammy nominee keeps moving forward with a solid first release for her new label.
Fine, detailed Debussy from an orchestra that has long championed the composer's music.
Recorded live at Peter Gabriel's Real World studios, the songwriter and her band deliver organic personal songs with immediacy and heart.
With the help of 99 collaborators, the always-innovative duo celebrate shared creativity with a playful, cerebral, and transporting triptych.
Loosely thematic string quartet recital features sharply contrasting works, splendidly performed.
A joyous burst of positivity and optimism from the South Carolina faith-influenced rock trio.
Once strictly a doomy shoegaze band, this Montreal group uses their new album to explore everything from trip-hop to metalcore.
After two acclaimed EPs, the London-based saxophonist's debut album weds striking modern jazz to Afro-Caribbean musical traditions.
An exceptional release featuring James MacMillan's "reflection" on Tallis' monumental 40-voice motet Spem in alium.
A probing recording of Beethoven's "trifles" captures the formal experimentation of every little work.
Adventurous production and excited, inspired collaborations make for one of this reggae singer's most colorful and progressive albums.
A fine revival of Alwyn's operatic remaking of Strindberg's seething tale of sex and class.
The British singer's immaculately produced exploration of the work of country songwriter Hugh Prestwood.
The space rock band return with their deeply textured fourth album and first since the death of founding guitarist Ben Curtis.
Another confident and original outing from Eva Moolchan that explores everything from astrological traits to weather and politics.
Las Vegas' finest strike gold by finding the sweet spot between Sam's Town and Brandon Flowers' solo work.
Putting their country and retro-rock influences on hold, the band deliver an eclectic Latin set showcasing vocalist Raul Malo.
Phil Elverum revisits his beloved indie pop project with an ambitious yet humble musical memoir that honors his past and present selves.
An excellent find for lovers of Alessandro Scarlatti -- a highly dramatic oratorio that verges on opera.
Tough, emphatic grooves give the reggae legend the encouragement to deliver some of his best vocal performances in decades.
The simple but expansive guitars of this Canadian indie pop trio build on the influences of the Feelies and Television.
In celebration of their 25th anniversary, Ulver dig even deeper into dark, doom dance sounds birthed on 2017's Assassination of Julius Caesar.
Excellent three-disc set chronicling the year British punk began splitting off in new directions and grew from a fad into a movement.
A heaping plate of obscure gems, cult classics, and a few better-known hits from Britain's bubbling progressive underground.
The award-winning blues guitarist returns with the most nakedly confessional and musically diverse outing of his career.
As grounded in reality as it is dreamy, the duo's fifth album is some of their most immediate and compelling music.