Dominique Fils-Aimé, Joe Alterman, Mocean Worker, Brittany Davis & More [Mondo Jazz 338-1]

Dominique Fils-Aimé, Joe Alterman, Mocean Worker, Brittany Davis & More [Mondo Jazz 338-1]

Author: Ludovico Granvassu August 25, 2025 Duration: 41:04
Here is another batch of recent and upcoming releases from artists doing things their own way—whether it’s reimagining the legacy of pianist Les McCann and the poetry Everett Hoagland, or turning the listener into a real-time DJ. The playlist features Joe Alterman, Mocean Worker; The Five Corners Quintet, Mark Murphy; Dominique Fils-Aimé [pictured]; Brittany Davis; Kendra Morris; Joey Waronker, Pete Min; Gerald Clayton; and David Linx. Detailed playlist at https://spinitron.com/RFB/pl/21107128/Mondo-Jazz [up to "Real Men Cry"]. Happy listening! Photo credit: Richard Bernardin

There's a whole universe contained within the word "jazz," and Mondo Jazz is your guided tour through its vast and vibrant constellations. Curated by Ludovico Granvassu, this isn't just a playlist; it's an exploration of the genre's endless possibilities, from the foundational blues and swing that started it all to the avant-garde edges where new rules are written. Each episode feels like a conversation with a deeply knowledgeable friend, one who connects the dots between a classic Miles Davis recording, a contemporary Nordic ensemble, and the Brazilian rhythms that subtly influenced both. You'll hear the stories behind the music, not as dry history lessons, but as living narratives that explain why a particular solo still feels revolutionary decades later. This podcast thrives on context and discovery, making each listening session an education in sound. It’s for anyone who has ever felt a standard was just the beginning of the story or wondered where the spirit of improvisation would travel next. Tune in and let Ludovico expand your map of this ever-evolving musical world, one thoughtfully curated set at a time.
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Michel Portal: Echoes of a Master [Mondo Jazz 358-1] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:00:36
A heartfelt tribute to Michel Portal, a rare artist equally at home in jazz and classical music, a prolific film composer, fearless improviser, and true multi-instrumentalist. Drawing on recordings made as leader, co-lea…