About this episode
The episode features new releases in contemporary jazz, highlighting artists like Paul Cornish, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Brandee Younger, and Louis Stewart.
Welcome to Hot Box 149. We begin with a sparkling new release on Blue Note from the young American pianist Paul Cornish. Hailing from Texas, Cornish was a finalist in the prestigious Herbie Hancock International Piano Competition three years ago, and has already shared the stage with many of the leading figures in jazz today. From there, we move into the distinctive voice of Cécile McLorin Salvant, with two selections from her Oh Snap album, before turning to the richly textured harp work of Brandee Younger on Gadabout Season . We close out the programme with two beautifully crafted pieces from Irish guitarist Louis Stewart, drawn from his album Joyce Notes . A programme of fresh, expressive music — Hot Box 149 is all about new sounds and standout voices in contemporary jazz. Track list for The Hot Box #149 – New Stuff Quinxiety – Paul Cornish Anything But No – Cecile McLorin Salvant Tackle This Stone – Cecile McLorin Salvant End Means – Brandee Younger Gadabout Season – Brandee Younger Gerty McDowell – Louis Stewart Molly – Louis Stewart Tune In: Live Broadcast: Every two weeks on Jazz Radio Eire. Listen Live Listen Back: Catch…
People in this episode
Host: Donald Helme
Topics covered
- jazz
- new music
- piano
- harp
- guitar
- contemporary jazz
- album reviews
Keywords
- Paul Cornish
- Cécile McLorin Salvant
- Brandee Younger
- Louis Stewart
- jazz music
- new releases
- Blue Note
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Blue Note, Jazz Radio Eire, The Hot Box Jazz, Jazz Ireland
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