One of my favourite Bass players-Jimmy Haslip features here as as well.

The album also features Drummer Simon Phillips and Keyboardsit Jasper Van Hof.

Go to Chris Beckers website here.

Supported by the Arts Council Norway it features:

Jan Gunnar Hoff-Keys
Mike Stern-Guitar
Audun Klieve-Drums
Mathias Eick-Trumpet
Bjorn Kjellemyr-Bass
Maria Joao-Vocals
Helge Norbakken-Perc
Eivind Aarset-Guitar 4 tracks

Go to review here.

Jan Gunnar Hoff on My Space

Bernhard is an Austrian based in Nashville and the album was produced by that other great bass player Adam Nitti.

Adam Nitti’s recent CD Liminal is reviewed elswhere on this site.

Very melodic music 8 tracks in all with guests Adam Holzman on keys, Derico Watson Drums, and Steve Cunningham plays some really nice lap steel throughout.

Love his thick sound and great and great compositions. Also love the great keyboard solo from Adam Holzman on Being Away track 6.

Check this album out its a nice listen!

Joe had his own brand of Fusion completley unique to him.

This new release features 8 marvellous tracks of classic Zawinul compositions.The recording was his last before he passed away in September 2007.

The opening track “Bimoya”recorded previously on “My People”(Escapade Music) is very african?, with lots of great chanting and heavy rhythms.
“Good Day” is quite funky with gospel like vocals accompanying the tune early on. Featured vocalists are Sabine Kabongo, Allegre Corea, and Aziz Sahmaoui.
The line up of musicians is impressive with Paco Sery on Drums and Linley Marthe on Electric Bass, Plus of course a killer horn section and orchestra led by Kristjan Jarvi.
Weather Report released an album called Sportin’ Life way back in March 1985. On that release was agreat track called ” Ice Pick Willy” This was a post Jaco band with Zawinul dominating the sound again. ( not that he ever went away!)
‘Ice Pick Willy” is featured here as well in a completly different setting.
As a long time fan of Zawinuls work I have enjoyed this recording .

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Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Blackhawk Dance ( Sunnyside Records) is quite a revelation.
At times soulful and haunting and sparse as in “Illinois Procession Rain” and then quite fiery and intense into  ”Dust Celebration”.

This is a great working quartet that works together very well. Dubois’ fast, cool sounding yet fiery runs are quite amazing.

Sax and Clarinet player Gebhard Ullman is superb here.

“Louis Frederic” the closing track introduces a distorted Dubois with great intensity and improvisation.
This album will provide solitude and intensity when ever you feel like it.

Scott Dubois-Blackhawk Dance- Sunnyside Records

Scott Dubois-Guitar
Gebhard Ullmann-Tenor/Soprano Sax and Bass Clarinet
Thomas Morgan-Bass
Kresten Osgood-Drums

I was going to add a sample track but it would not do any justice to the great music on this CD.

Just get out there and buy it!!
Highly reccommended.

I first heard him on ABQ which featured bassist Gary Willis (Tribal Tech, Uncle Moes Space Ranch )
Then came Tritone Barrier in 2007.

I also was impressed with Threeo-Live  a superb live recording done in 1998, featuring the late Bob Berg, this one is a killer!
You can obtain all these releases from Geralds website .
His newest recording features his trio with Jojo Lackner-Bass and Farid Al Shami on Drums.

This album rocks out and is a delight.
I hear Holdsworth, Scott Henderson and Gambale all obvious influences.

For a really great track that is just pure fusion listen to “No Matter” which also features a lovely bass solo from Lackner.

No Matter from Gerald Gradwohls -Sally Beth Roe  Download audio file (no-matter.mp3)

Frank Gambale, Mitch Forman and Dave Weckl are just some of the featured musicians together with a killer horn section and string quartet.

Apart from the tune Footprints all music is composed by Yiorgos Fakanas.

You can check out the CD here

Here’s a sample from the opening track Download audio file (anthony-jckson-inner-power.mp3)

As always Alex has managed to create something quite different.
Teaming up with drummer Marco Minneman, alex has composed his music in 24 parts over a 51 minute drum solo from Marco!
This is quite extraodinary music which does challenge the senses, but is well worth the listening.
Alex plays guitar and everything else! Whilst Sumitra provides vocals on 1 track, and Martin Ptak plays trombone on three tracks.
This project has been 2 years in the making.

Get your copy here

Here is a sample   :Download audio file (alex-machacek-on-your-marks.mp3)

Coming soon the new one from Lenny White.

From 1972, live at Syracuse University.

This was “The” band of the day, probably one of the greatest Jaz Rock Fusion  bands ever.

Go to this link here.

I am sure you will enjoy the book written by Walter Koloski- Power, Passion, Beauty-The Legendary Mahavishnu Orchestra.
You can find it here.

Enjoy !

Boy what a band !

On Bass from Cameroon, Etienne M’Bappe

On Drums- Mark Mondesir

On Keys-Gary Husband -(Also features on Drums)

As always McLaughlin is stunning with his music, and his band is a killer !
Prior to his Industrial Zen release in 2006 ( his last for a major label), his last release was Thieves and Poets (2003)
It is great to see that John has been so active lately.
Floating Point for me in 2008 was a highlight. The DVD The Making of Floating Point set in India was incredible !
Also check out his Live in Belgrade DVD release with the 4th Dimension with Dominique di Piazza on Bass.

Wonderful playing on this disc, and I must say I am really enjoying Etienne M’Bappe’s Bass playing!
A must for McLaughlin fans!

Here is a sample Download audio file (john-mclaughlin-rcovery.mp3)

Mederic has collaborated with Louis Sclavis, and that should say alot.
The music here is from Davis’ electric period of the 60′ and 70’s, classic stuff.
Also check out  all the voices on this-Interesting !

Personnel:
Mederic Collignon:Pocket Trumpet,Fender Rhodes 88, Perc, Voice,
Frank Woeste: Fender Rhodes 73, Voice
Frederic Chiffoleau: Double Bass, Electric Bass, Voice
Philippe Gleizes: Drums, Voice
Francois Bonhomme: Horn
Nicolas Chedmail:Horn
Philippe Bord: Horn
Victor Michaud: Horn
The White spirit Sisters: Vocals

Go to Mederic here

Here’s a small sample.

Download audio file (madam-mabry-mederic1.mp3)

Enjoy !

Here he performs with his 4th Dimension band.

Gary Husband- Keys-drums

Etienne M’Bappe-Bass

Mark Mondesir-Drums

You can find it here

Go to Johns website here

Another CD I have been listening to recently is the new one by Brian Bromberg-Is What It Is.

Brian reminds us that on this album, there are no Guitar melodies or guitar solos.

Only piccolo basses are used, quite amazing.

This is the smoother side of fusion but I love it !!

And by the way the horn section on this album is Killing!!

Here is a sample of a great slappy track.

Download audio file (brian-bromberg-slap-happy.mp3)

Go to Brians website here.

Happy listening!

Check out the brand new release from Melbourne guitarist Glenn Cannon. This is an ambitious project where Glenn goes into a different and varied territory of music. From Jazz to Classical,Latin and fusion this is a must hear for Glenn fans. Accompanying Glenn on this album are:

Luke Howard-Keys
Gavin Pearce-Bass
Tim Wilson-Sax
Danny Farruggia-Drums
Jarvier Fredes-Percussion.

Here is a sample of one of my favourite tracks.

Download audio file (glenn-cannon-edvard-munch.mp3)

Go to Glenns website here.

I first heard Mark Egan when he played with Elements and of course with Pat Metheny. I love his bass sound and he has come up with a new release that you have to have. Mark has assembled a brilliant cast-

Bill Evans-Sax
Vinnie Colaiuta-Drums
Mitch Forman-Keys
Roger Squitero on Percussion.

One of my favourite tracks is Cafe Risque, with Mitch playing some great keys and Marks Bass as haunting as ever. Vinnie as usual is magic throughout the album. This is a must listen for fusion and jazz fans alike.

Here is a sample from the track “Cafe Risque”.

Download audio file (mark-egan-cafe-risque.mp3)

You can purchase Marks CD from here.

Happy listening !

2009 Melbourne International Jazz Festival

Drummer Robby Ameen (Ruben Blades, Dave Valontin) has produced a gem.

Recorded in NYC  this Pearl drums player can be fiery. Jazz, Rock and Latin are all at home here!

Featured on the disc is Wayne Krantz (5 tracks), Lincoln Goines ( Mike Stern,)-Acoustic and Electric Basses, Richie Flores-Congas , Conrad Herwig-Trombone Brian Lynch -Trumpet and John Beasley-Keys.

This CD ROCKS ! Check it out here.

Available here

Favourite track at the moment is Lucky 7.

Dennis, Victor and Greg are seamless!

Also check out a track called The Good Foot from the album Liminal by Bassist Adam Nitti, this is a funkfest!

The album features Luke Howard on Keys, Gavin Pearce on Bass, Tim Wilson on Sax, Danny Farrugia on Drums .

This is quite an ambitious project and truly deserves a listen.

Available here

I must say I am enjoying the break after 30 years!!

I am planning to look at options after the silly season is over (Christmas)!

In the meantime whilst driving in the country side I was listening to Frank Gambale playing on a two tracks called  ”Monkey Wrench” and “Smug” from his album Raison D’Etre featuring Billy Cobham and Ric Fierbracci and Steve Bilman.

I cannot understand why this music is not heard on Jazz programmes in Australia !! A superb Jazz player and also known for his great Rock and Fusion playing, he is ignored in this country, where he comes from!

I guess it is not surprising !

Anyway check it out. Listen to these tracks  I would like to hear from you on this blog, what’s your opinion?

This is a smokin” Fusion CD, at times reminding me of Tribal Tech, Holdsworth and some Zappa too.

The Trio is Marc Guillermont- Guitar, Nicolas Viccaro -Drums and Andres Landon -Bass

Check it out here.

Yes there it is -the final Brew.

Join me and Roy Johnstone tonight as we celebrate 30 years of music that was inspired by Miles’ Bitches Brew.

All music tonight will be dedicated to Miles.His own music, compositions, and covers by other great players.

Please feel free to call in tonight on 613-84151067 and farewell us.

Remember this music will no longer be represented in this country, so take this opportunity to listen to unique sounds.

PBSFM 106.7

On the net at www.pbsfm.org.au. If not signed in you will need to sign in add a password and you can listen live from anywhere in the world.

You can also email me at : lendavispresents@gmail.com, I will be monitoring my emails during the show.

The final Brew !

The reasons are many, but after 30 years I am unable to secure an accessible place on the Programme Guide, which is unfortunate.

However, there are a few things in the wind so stay tuned to this website!

The only tragedy particularly for Melbourne Radio listeners is that this unique music will not be heard on any other radio station locally.

For tonights show, there will be plenty of favourites, and the tempo will be up….all the way!

Join me tonight at 8 pm on 106.7 PBSFM for Bitches Brew.

Been listening to Mike Sterns Big Neighbourhood alot this week.

This is a must for Mike Stern fans.

Thank you to both Dan Nilsson and Roy Johnstone for filling in while I was unable to host the show over the last 2 weeks.

Title track just blows me away, great bass playing from Adam, almost sounding Marcus like but soon breaking away to some awesome stuff.

Nice guitar breaks from Shane Theriot. Jeff Coffin also features on sax.

Distraction features a great keyboard solo from Alex Argento, and a fantastic drum outro from Marcus Finnie.

Redemption street goes down south with beautiful Hammond B-3 from Johnny Neal and more great guitar picking from Shane Theriot.

Adam goes solo with The Last Walk home and follows quickly with Not Forsaken with drum loops and Shane Cunningham on Lap Steel Guitar.

The Good Foot is all funk yeah!

Highly reccommended. Get it here.

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Here it is and it has all the elements of a Krantz gig. Whilst Krantz’s live recordings did lack some audio quality, it always excelled with great improvised music.

This studio set does not dissapoint, and Carlock and Lefebvre are in superb form too.

Check it out here.

Here’s tonights playlist

From guitarist Ed Degenaro his second release -Less Is Seldom More .

This CD features some great musicians as well, with Dave Weckl, Ric Fierbracci, George Whitty, Joel Rosenblatt among others.

A very electic mix of fusion, and also going a little “out there” as well.

A lovely tribute to Joe Zawinul with the masters voice sampled on Joe Z.

You can get it here

Here’ the latest playlist.

As usual he has come up with great tunes, with a mix of jazz rock, bebop that rocks, and voices.

The opener is a scorcher with guest Steve Vai contributing a great solo, Eric Johnson is also a guest.

Also featuring Esperanza Spaulding and Richard Bono.

This is a must have for Mike Stern fans. It rocks!

Available now on Heads Up Records.

The playlist for Sunday August 30th.

Many new releases next week on the show, including the new one from Mike Stern, Adam Nitti, Fareed Haque.

Join me 8 pm Sunday August 30th on pbsfm 106.7

Willie manages to capture the spirit of Miles here very well.

Ephraim Owens on trumpet fills the Miles role. Theres a bit of Lifetime here too.

This is a great trio that sounds much much larger!

I can only decribe it as “Fusion” in the true sense of the word, as there are so many elements playing here.

Check it out here

Here is the playlist for tonight.

We open with Alan Pasqua with  his tribute to the recently passed George Russell, taken from his CD on Cryptogramophone- The Anti Social Club.

Then a live recording from the recent Return To Forever Returns.

Also Jeff Babko, John Novello and Steve Weingart.

We finish the night and slide into the Border Crossings show with some easy Mark Egan with John Abercrombie.

Tune in tonight 8pm on PBS 106.7

Dont forget to tune in at 7pm for On The Corner with Dan Nilsson-Contemporary Jazz.

My album pick of the night is The Suitcase- Steve Khan

Awesome live recording  with Steve on Guitar, Dennis Chambers on Drums and Anthony Jackson on Contrabass.

We will now be on Sundays at 8pm on PBSFM 106.7 Melbourne Australia.

Tune in at 7pm for Dan Nilssons contemporary Jazz show “On The Corner”.

The Brew follows at 8 pm, then Border Crossings-World & Jazz at 10 pm, it’s going to be a great night in!

Here’s my playlist from Tuesday July 28th

Sundays will now be a “jazzy” night, starting with” On The Corner” at 7 pm  hosted by Dan Nilsson a musician and teacher, and the show will feature a mix of contemporary jazz.

Bitches Brew will follow  at 8 pm with the same format, and we round the night off  at 10 pm off with vetran broadcaster Mike Glover and Border Crossings featuring an electic mix of world and jazz, with no borders!

So please join us on PBSFM 106.7  for a great night in, and please remember to turn off your Television!

Other News.

Abstract Logix continue to defy the trend and have released a fine album fronted by Drummer from the Netherlands Sebastiaan Cornelissen.

The Album is U -Turn and features some very tight funky numbers as well as some very cool lush sounds.

Keyboard player Steve Hunt is featured as is Fluglehorn player Gerard Presencer as well as Guitarist Richard Halabeek.

Also check out the amazing bass players, among them Hadrien Feraud and Hans Vollink.

Needless to say Sebastiaans drumming is awesome and the writing is beautiful.

Check out the CD here

Below is last weeks playlist from my show, and remember this Tuesday night will be the last “Brew”. We will be back from August 2nd Sundays at 8 pm, please join me!

I recommend this CD to you, it is amazing listening!

Don’t forget to listen next Tuesday. By request we have a selection from the Yo Miles Sky Garden CD.

Some funk from Stanley Clarke and Miles, some Henry Kaiser and Yo Miles and lots more. Don’t forget to tune in 8 pm.

Other News : Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Lenny White to tour again, see news here.

Bill Connors -Guitar with Return To Forever in 1973 to sit in with Chick and band at the hollywood bowl.

See the news here.

Brett Garsed and Damage to return to Spensers Live in Melbourne July 23rd.

If you still have not seen this incredible quartet do not miss out this time, power fusion at it’s best.

Also do not miss Bass player Wayne Jones launching his new CD Saturday Street also at Spensers Live August 2nd.

Music from The Heart Of Things to start then some classic Niacin.

Some electronic style jazz from Erik Truffaz, some Jonas Hellborg then some genuine Indian Music.

Funky Jazz vocals as well as some Medeski Martin and Wood.

We also present a short tribute to Hugh Hopper the bassist who recently passed away.

Join me at 8 pm.

Please feel free to email me at lendavispresents@gmail.com if you have any questions about the music or wish to comment on the programme.

Thanks to Phil Turcio and Gerry Pantazis for dropping in.

Do not miss Damage with Brett, Phil,Gerry and Craig this Thursday night at Spensers Live.

Together with Brett Garsed they are “Damage” and will be doing a  season at Spensers Live starting this Thursday night.

We will have some live stufff from their previous gigs as well.

We will also feature a new track from Brett yet to be played anywhere.

Also the new release on Telarc from Stanley Clarke with Lenny White and Hiromi Uehara.

This is a superb straight ahead swinging release.

Also music from  One Spirit, Alex Machacek, UKZ and a new one from Scott McGill.

Brand New also from Kyle Eastwood-Metropolitan and we open the show with a track from this.

Tune in 8 pm !

Yes they are back at last Brett, Phil, Gerry and Craig at Spensers Live from June 11th, 18th, 25th and July 2nd.

I have been waiting for them to return since last year! Make sure you catch them.

New stuff I have been listening to:

The Stanley Clarke Trio with Hiromi Uehara and Lenny White.

This is an all acoustic swinging affair with 6 originals and a few standards, Hiromi does not dissapoint!

Check out the review here

Kyle Eastwood ahs released a new one- Metropolitan, very nice. I like track 4 called Black Light, very Miles.

Check out the press release here

Also new and worth checking out on Telarc DVD Hiromis Sonicbloom Live In Concert-featuring David Fiuczynski Guitars, Tony Grey Bass, and Martin Valihora Drums, quite and explosive Quartet!

Live on Bitches Brew Tuesday June 9th.

Gerry Pantazis, Phil Turcio and Craig Newman.They will be talking about their upcoming gigs at Spensers live as mentioned above.

Plus they will bring in a few things to play as well, tune in 8-10 pm.

Stay tuned!

Nels will feature in a solo set prior to the appearance of The Laughing Clowns at The Forum Theatre, Fiday May 1st.

The BBC featuring Nels, Tim Berne and Jim Black will also play at the Forum Saturday May 2nd at 8.30 pm as a lead up to The Bill Frisell Trio.

Tune in Tuesday night  as Nels tells us a little about himself and his innovative music.

Our main feature tonight will be a 25 minute live piece from John McLaughlins 4th Dimension Live In Belgrade.

This is an awesome band with Gary Husband on Keys and drums, Dominique di Piazza on Electric Bass and Mark Mondesir on Drums.

John McLaughlin enjoys playing with drummers!!

Also music from Melbourne Group Tip from a previously unreleased album.

Stay tuned.

Brand X ,Bill Bruford, Colosseum, Gong, John Hassall, Hugh Hopper, Volker Kriegel, Kristian Schultze to name a few.

Tune in for some interesting music from the period that was a big influence on this show.

Your host will be Roy Johnstone.

If you have any problems or spot any issues please email me and we apologise for any inconvenience caused during the transition

Warm Regards

Len.

Sensational music from the Jamie Oehlers Double Drummer Group Live, amazing music, check out Jmes Muller on guitar!

The new C A B- Theatre De Marionnetts also U K Z featuring Austrian Guitar Wizard Alex MacHacek
Tune in !

Tune in tonight as there will be some very special give aways for current members only.

Both these incredible musicians have made their mark on the music scene, and we cannot wait to see them together for the first time in many years.

If you would like to join as a member call me on 613-84151067.

Chick Corea and John McLaughlin and the 5 Peace Band play at Hamer Hall Wednesday night.

However because of recent tragic events with thebushfires all proceeds will now go to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal.

Please come along and contribute to the appeal and also enjoy a great day of music.

For full details go here.

See you there !!

Tonight on the show we will hear a segment of an interview I did with JM, talking about some of the music on his Industrial Zen release.

There’s also more from Miles’ On The Corner Sessions and lots more.

Make sure you tune in.

PBS Valentines day Jazz At The Edge February 14th.

Commencing at 4pm with FGHR, then Anna Gilkinson and the Don Jordan Jazz Ensemble.

Please come along of you can and support PBS and the Jazz Catergory.

BMW Edge, Federation Square. Members $15.00-non-members $20.00.

You can purchase tickets here.

Steve Passiouras spoke to Jeff Beck recently and that interview will be aired tonight around 8.30 pm.

Hope you can tune in.

PBSFM 106.7 8pm start.

A tune recorded by the Brecker Bros in 1978!

We will hear the original plus 2 other modern versions, interesting stuff.

In addition we have new stuff fron Garaj Mahal, Claude Pauly, Dimension, Brian Beller and much more.

Also we are into the CD number 4 from the Complete On The Corner Sessions from Miles Davis. Tonight we hear Calypso Frelimo from this amazing Box set.

Join me at 8pm AEDST on PBSFM 106.7

Other News:

EQ are doing a gig at Bennetts Lane Thursday 22nd 8.30 pm. Special guest is Kim May on Bass.

FGHR are back at the Paris Cat on Wednesday 21st. Special guest Ross Erwin, Trumpet and Flugelhorn. 9 pm start.

Two great gigs not to miss.

and Linda Cable Vocals

will be performing at Spenserslive Friday January 16th 9pm.

The band will be Danny Farrugia -Drums, Gavin Pearce- Bass, Mark Fitzgibbon- Piano and Billy Harrowes- Sax

Hope to see you there!

Featuring Luke Howard-Keys, Daniel Farrugia-Drums, Jonathon Zion-Bass.  9pm

The Chris Poulsen Trio-Paris Cat Melbourne- Friday January 9th

Featuring Chris Poulsen-Keyboards, Trent Bryson Dean-Drums, Jeremy O’Connor-Bass 9pm.

Support your local talent by attending these gigs.

Miles explores the funk and the grooves and clearly was looking for something a little outside of the jazz idiom.

We will be playing a piece each week from this stunning 6 CD Box Set.

Also we play more of the new stuff from Bireli Legrene, Yves Nadeau and Shawn Scott Jones.

And we finish the show with some vintage Weather Report-Live In Tokyo.

Join me Tuesday night 8pm AEDST.

The band was Freddie on Trumpet, Bill Rockwell-Sax, Victor Lewis-Drums, Art Resnik-Piano, Rufus Reid-Bass.

The station had been broadcasting since 1979 and was in it’s infancy.

I also intervviewed him and put a two part special to air on the 4th of February that year.

Freddie was an awesome player and quite a character to be with, and was alot of fun.

That day I spent with him will always be remembered.

He will be missed.

See news here

Have a really great Christmas, and may the New Year be filled with lots of music and Peace !

Here are some reccommendations for the holidays.

How can we ever forget Miles-Live in Poland rare recordings.

Frank Briggs-China Ranch

The Master- John McLaughlin-Floating Point

Melbourne magic-Phil Turcio-Signals

Gary Norman- more Melbourne magic-Chromatic Jazz.

And still my all time favourites to drag out of the cupboard on vinyl

Chick Corea-Return To Forever

Joni Mitchell-Hejira , and Jaco still haunts !

Enjoy !

They will be launching a new CD as a follow up to their recent release Stationary available here .

We will be playing music from their new release which will be launched this Saturday at Bennetts Lane at 8pm.

You will also hear from a recently released rare live recording from Miles Davis-Live in Poland 1983.

and we will be going back to earlier years with music from Isotope -Golden Section, released on Cuneiform Records.

Also music from Arild Andersen-Molde Concert a release recorded in 1981 on ECM records.

Tune in to Bitches Brew on PBSFM 106.7  8 pm tonight.

The band is Jimmy Haslip-Bass, Russell Ferrante-Keys, Marcus Baylor-Drums and Bob Mintzer-Sax. Special guest is Mike Stern on Guitar.

This is the first time in over 15 years that the band has featured a guitar player.

This is a must see gig!

I spoke to Jimmy Haslip about their tour and you can hear this presented on Bitches Brew radio on PBSFM 106.7 at 8 pm Tuesday 18th.

I will also feature their new CD Lifecycle out now on Heads Up Records distributed in Australia by Fuse Music.

Hope you can join me Tuesday night.

If you missed the show, you can hear it again on Saturday  November 1st from 5pm onwards here

Broadcast is high quality mp3 128kbps so enjoy.

Gary talks about the making of the CD as well as his experiences in New York city with his fellow musicians on the project Ari Hoenig -Drums and Tim Lefebre- Bass.

Do not miss this opportunity to see this very individual guitarist with an equally engaging band.

On drums Keith Carlock and on Bass Tal Wilkenfeld.

Wayne Krantz performances I am told are unforgettable, so be prepared for a night of great improvised music.

Go to Bennetts Lane here.

Also don’t forget to tune in to Bitches Brew Radio on PBSFM 106.7 on Tuesday  October 28th for a special feature on the music of Wayne Krantz.

Other News :

Podcasts and Bitches brew specials:

We are currently preparing an interview special with drummer Frank Briggs. Frank has just produced a superb new CD called China Ranch.

This will be the subject of a special on Bitches Brew radio in coming weeks, as well as a Podcast on this site.

You can also hear Frank featured on the latest release by OHM-Circus Of Sound.

Gary Norman Guitarist.

Last week Gary was my special guest on Bitches Brew.

You can hear a repeat of this soon on www.pulsarsound.com at a date to be announced.

Garys new CD Chromatic Jazz is a must have. Go here to find it.

If you would like to purchase the CD click here

The CD features Tim Lefebrve on Acoustic & Electric Bass and Ari Hoenig on Drums.

Gary will be talking to us about his new project and his music so far.

Tune in 8 pm Tuesday October 21st to Bitches Brew on PBSFM 106.7

Gary may even play a tune for us.

You can purchase the CD here

In todays Podcast I talk to Chris Poland (Guitar) and Robbie Pagliari ( Bass) about the new OHM CD - Circus Of Sound.  Robbie has played with various top flight artists such as Steve Lukather and Frank Gambale. Chris of course (among other things) was guitarist with Metal group - Megadeath with Dave Mustaine and has released numerous OHM and solo albums.

I talk with Robbie and Chris about their influences, touring with technology and the OHM songwriting process. The Podcast includes tracks from the album and the boys provide insights to the inspirations and joys of working with drummers Joel Taylor, Kofi Baker and Frank Briggs.

You can get more information about OHM here, and you can buy the CD here

The album features the late Michael Brecker, Richard Bona, Joey Defrancesco and Toots Thielemans among others.

Read the review here .

Check out Vito here

Listen to Bitches Brew Radio on PBSFM Tuesday September 23rd, and hear music from this album.

Tonight Chris Bieniek, Chris Broomhead and Kit Riley join me in the studio to preview their album and launch.

EQ is out now on Vorticity Music.

Please join me at 8pm on Bitches Brew.

We will also hear more from the Frank Briggs album China Ranch as well as Jeff Richman, YellowJackets (touring here in November)

Also later in the show an epic track from guitarist Willie Oteri’s Spiral Out.

Join me at 8pm wherever you are.

Another superb effort from the band.

You can get it here.

Check out the band here.

Tune in Tuesday night 8 pm on PBSFM 106.7 

From Germany on the Rodenstein label-Fridge People and some very groovy Jazz Fusion.

New also from Jeff Richman-Aqua.

Session player John Pena has finally released a solo CD- Call It Grace, something worth listening to as well.

Tune in for these and many more.

A Blast from the past.

In 1975 Hungarian guitarist Gabo Szabo went into the studio with Bob James, Harvey Mason, Ralph McDonald among others to record the album Macho.

I dragged it out of the cupboard and recall what a great album this was.

With Gypsy, Spanish and even Indian influences Gabor Szabo made some great music.

This was his third and last album for the CTI label.

The title track Macho is excellent listening.

Gabor passed away in February of 1982

Highly reccommended.

Another old favourite of mine is an album by Joe Farrell (one of my favourite sax players).

Joe is no longer with us as he passed away in 1986, but he has left behind much great music.

Outback on the CTI label was recorded in 1971 by Rudy Van Gelder, features Elvin Jones, Chick Corea and Buster Williams.

This is great Jazz from a fabulous quartet and particularly Joe Farrell, equally adept on flute as well as Sax.

Phil will be performing tonight at Spensers Live from 9pm.

This is the launch of the new CD Signals.

He will be backed by some of the best Musicians around.

Brett Garsed-Guitar

Gerry Pantazis- Drums

Craig Newman-Bass

If you would like to see the playlist from Tuesday night check it here.

Do not miss the show next Tuesday as there will be many new releases, details coming soon.

Stay Tuned !

Phil has just released his CD Signals, and he will be telling us all about the making of this new project.

We open the show with new releases from Hiromi Uehara featuring The Fuze on guitar, Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller and Victor Wootennew on Heads Up.

Don’t forget to tune in.

Tuesday August 19th-at the National Theatre St Kilda  MGT Muthspiel, Grigoryan, Towner- Do not miss this show. I was at the recording of their latest CD and it is magical stuff. New CD out now on Which Way Muisc  Distributed by Fuse Music-

Sunday August 24th- FGHR- Farrugia, Grigoryan and Howard- Another show not to be missed. Darryn Farrugia is back from London to record the groups new CD.

Thursday August 28th- Spensers Live- Phil Turcio CD launch. Phil Turcio launches his new CD-Signals at Spensers.

Listen to Bitches Brew Radio PBSFM 106.7 Tuesday August 26th, Phil will be our guest presenter.

Stay Tuned !

There’s also Jeff Beck and Jan Hammer Live, plus Stanley Clarke from 1972.

We then move to the present where musicians use technology to create a musical palette-Scott Kinsey’s Kinesthetics.

Talent from a young up coming guitarist from Melbourne and a bass player from outside of Melbourne from the city of Geelong. Both creating music with talent and technology.

Global Unity from India, and the latest from that innovative label Cryptogramohone.

Do not miss a diverse programme 8 pm Tuesday August 4th on PBSFM 106.7

Also the passing of Hiram Bullock here

Listen in tonight as we play some tunes from these two great players.

Bitches Brew PBSFM 106.7 8-10 pm Melbourne time.

It was a moving experience to see a legend, John mcLaughlin working with those wonderful Indian musicians.

The telepathic understanding of what was required was amazing.

The DVD covers 5 days in the making of John McLaughlins new CD Floating Point.

There are interviews with all the musicians, plus with John McLaughlin.

The interplay between everyone is exceptional, thi is a must have DVD.

You can purchase it from Abstract Logix here.

To read a review of the CD on All About Jazz go here.

Roy Johnstone and myself will host 2 hours of favourites from the year and from the past.

As this show is the only one of it’s kind in Australia your membership is vital to help us continue.

To join online go here. Joining online is easy and you also go into a draw to win a Sangean WR1 Radio !

We will aslo have many extra CD’s to help you make that decision!

If your membership has lapsed, please consider renewing, you are our lifeblood.

If you prefer to call us direct the number to call is 613-84151067.

Remember Tuesday May 27th 8 pm

Brett will be playing at Spencers Live (419 Spencer Street, Melbourne) on Thursday night from 8pm with fellow Melbourne musos Gerry Pantazis on Drums, Phil Turcio on keys and Craig Newman on bass. They will be playing a selection of original fusion music, this will defintely be worth the trip.. these are world class players at a brilliant new venue

I will be playing 2 tracks fro the latest Logic release- Native Strut.

Also featuring a track from a new local release from Glen Cannon and Nick Freer “Avatar Hands”

As a special treat and definitely an Australian exclusive, I will play something from the pre-release preview of the new Yellowjackets CD “Life Cycle” released on the Heads Up label, featuring my good friend Mike Stern

Firstly an eagerly awaited release from production wizard Bob Belden- Miles From India- A Celebration Of The Music Of Miles Davis. This brings together some of the musicians who had played with Miles a long time ago, including Pete Cosey, Michael Henderson and Adam Holzman, plus a few very talented Indian musicians for good measure.

You can find it here

John McLaughlins -Floating Point is out on Abstract Logix.

Once again a stunning musical experience from the master guitarist, and also bringing together some of the best musicians out of India. Loiuz Banks on keyboards is exceptional as is Ranjit Barot on Drums, this is a must have for all fusion Fans!!

Go to Abstract Logix here

Bassist Tony Grey is known to most of us for his work with Japanese dynamo pianist Hiromi.

Here his new release features explosive drummer Ronald Bruner jnr( Stanley Clarke) that incredible trombonist Elliot Mason and Harmonica wizard Gregoire Maret , plus John McLaughlin and Lionel Louecke, great Fusion

Get it here

So listen in for all this and much more on Bitches Brew your home for Jazz Fusion.

PBSFM 106.7 Tuesday May 6th 8 pm .

From his first sessions with the Mamas and the Papas at the age of 16 Lee has gone on to feature on over 3000 sessions. A legend in the Jazz guitar world he has received 17 Grammy nominations, won a Grammy and been voted #1 guitarist in many polls. He has played with Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Dave Grusin, Herbie Hancock, Dizzy Gillespie and even Pink Floyd.

Lee talks about touring, past and recent achivements and even his Classical projects on my latest podcast

Cindys main performance will be at Palms at Crown on Sunday Night.

Also coming up on the show we have Melting Pot from Bassist Dewayne Pate, a truly diverse CD and a must listen.

This Cd is available through www.cdbaby.com

Also music from guitarist Tim Millers new CD Trio 2 and Basoon Player Paul Hanson.

Dont miss the show Tuesday night at 8 pm.

Also live to the internet here

Also check out my last playlist from the show here

From the Chick Corea Trios set 5 we will hear a great trio with Chick, Hadrien Feraud and Richie Barshay.

Keyboard player Fahir Atakoglu with Anthony Jackson, Wayne Krantz and Horacio Hernandez.

Basoon player Paul Hansons new release Frolic In The Land Of Plenty with guest Dennis Chambers.

Free the new CD from Marcus Miller, and some worldly sounds from Nguyen Le and Paolo Fresu.

Tune in to Bitches Brew PBSFM 106.7 Tuesday at 8 pm for a wide variety of unique music.

Check out a review on it here.

Other news- Victor is touring the US and will be joined by Keyboardist Steve Weingart.

Steve is also touring Japan with Simon Phillips soon.

Caught up with David Witham (Keyboards, Piano) 2 days ago and we had a chat about his new CD Spinning The Circle, out now on Cryptogramophone. This will be a Bitches Brew special in the coming weeks, as well as a Podcast on this site.

Don’t forget to check out Davids work on community access TV in Long Beach California here

Saw both Lee Ritenour and Stanley Clarke -George Duke here in Melbourne last week.

The shows were amazing to say the least.

Look out for drummer Ronald Bruner jnr, I am sure we will be hearing alot from him in the future, he was outstanding.

Don’t forget to subscribe to my site receive all the latest news.

Tonight we start the show with music from both these artists.

I will be speaking to David Witham later in the week about his new album, so we will hear a little from that.

Some great music form Japanese band Trix and also guitarist Koichi Yabori, plus more from The Suitcase

by Steve Khan.

Don’t forget to tune in 8 pm Tuesday night on PBSFM 106.7

This Podcast includes musical samples from a few of the classic tracks he has played on.. including his own self-titled solo release.

Part 1 is available here.

These two sideshows will be of most interest to fans of Fusion Music.

Firstly and interview by Steve Robertson with George Duke, plus lots of music from the Clarke Duke Project.

This band will be performong at The Prince Bandroom on Monday March 24th

Check out Stanley Clarke here and George Duke here

Then we have a special on Lee Ritenour talking about his music and what we can expect to hear from him in Melbourne.

Lee will be performing at The Corner Hotel on Sunday March 23rd

Check out Lee Ritenour here 

The entire 2 hours of Bitches Brew will be devoted to both visiting artists.

Tune in Tuesday 18th March 8 pm PBSFM 106.7

This Podcast includes musical samples from a few of the classic tracks he has played on.. including his own self-titled solo release.

Part 2 will be available shortly.

I felt this concert was better than his last outing.

The music was great and the band was really on it. There was a lot more jamming and soloing and Carlos was really letting members of his band go for it. The vibe of the show was very positive, with everyone on stage looking like they were have a great time

It was a real privilege to be able to hang with Benny Reitveld and rhythm guitarist Tommy Anthony after the show, they really are great players and genuinely nice guys… it was a very enjoyable evening.

Also caught up with monster drummer Dennis Chambers, still cementing his reputation as one of the worlds best drummers.

Here are a couple of pics:

Benny has some exciting projects on the go check him out here  .

Bitches Brew Radio: I had many calls last week from interested listeners for information on the music that was played.

Click here to see my last playlist .

Next week we feature more of the music from Steve Khan, Dennis Chambers and Anthony Jackson.

Also some live stuff from Mike Stern, Chris Minh Doky, Dave Weckl and Makoto Ozone at a jazz festival in Japan.

Stay tuned.

We will hear from Bob James & David Sanborn, Pat Metheny, Jaco Pastorius , Santana, Chick Cores, Steps Ahead and many others.

Tune in to Bitches Brew on PBSFM 106.7 8 pm Tuesday night.

Other news … I spoke to Lee Ritenour on Saturday and the interview special will be presented sometime in March just prior to his visit here.

The new CD Common Sense has just been released on through Small House Records

The CD is also available here

The impressively cohesive high energy jazz- fusion group bring their vibing original sounds to Melbourne.

I will be talking to Chris & Jeremy about their new CD, and about their up coming gigs in Melbourne.

Tune in to Bitches Brew 8 pm on PBSFM 106.7

I will be speaking to Stanley on Sunday the 10th of February and will replay the interview on March 18th just prior to the gig in Melbourne.

Also  we will hear music from Billy Cobham, George Duke, Chad Wackerman, Vito Rezza, Koichi Yabori, and Trilok Gurtu, plus more goodies in full on fusion!

Lee Ritenour will also be in Melbourne soon and I am also speaking to him soon and will replay the interview towards the end of February.

We have had a few technical problems, so the Vinnie Colaiuta interview will be delayed for a few days. Machines !!!

Stay tuned and enjoy the music.

Alan Pasqua and his new album on Cryptogramophone Records titled-The Anti Social Club is my favourite release at the moment.
Recollections of the 70’s fusion and a few Miles grooves thrown in. Jimmy Haslip is amazing on this session.
There is also the new one from The Chris Tarry Group, John Scofield, and from Greece Aussia expat George Plyhronakos.
And much more !! Do not miss this show packed with lots of brand new goodies.
On PBSFM 106.7
You can call me direct from anywhere in the world on 613-84151067
Or email me at lendavispresents@gmail.com

Dave has had a stellar career as both a solo artist and as a band member of some of the greatest line ups -
- Chick Corea’s Elektric and Akoustic Band
- Mike Stern
- Simon and Garfunkel

and many others.. As well as his own solo recording projects he has recorded albums for;
- Michel Camilo
- George Benson
- Diana Ross
- Dave Grusin
- Natalie Cole

and many many more..

On this Podcast you can hear a sample of tracks from the “Multiplicity” album and Dave’s thoughts during the writing and recording process.
Enjoy…