Tom Scott

Todd Mosby: Land of Enchantment

by Jack Bowers
October 25, 2023

As Land of Enchantment is New Mexico's state motto, it is not hard to ascertain the motive behind Missouri-bred guitarist Todd Mosby's latest album. As for its target, that would seem to be the light or smooth jazz market, as there is an abundance of rhythmic flow but a lack of what could be considered improvisational focus. Yes, saxophonist Tom Scott does venture an ad-lib or two, as do Mosby and pianist Dapo Torimiro, but these are ...

The Muffins: Baker's Dozen

by Mark Sullivan
January 4, 2023

The Muffins were a Washington, D.C. area progressive rock band who were active from 1974-81 and then again (with their best-known line-up still intact) from 1993-2015. It is rare for any group to reform after more than a decade apart, and still rarer for them to resume their creative life rather than indulge in nostalgia. But this was not just any band: progressive rock pioneer Fred Frith declared them “the finest progressive band that America produced," and they served as ...

Grant Geissman: Blooz

by Richard J Salvucci
October 27, 2022

There are several ways of judging the success of a recording. Perhaps a hearing makes the listener, if a musician, want to sit in and jam. That is a good sign. Then there is the “sit still test." For many, the direct, emotional and physical connection between music and brain leaves them simply hanging out, absence of motion impossible, sitting still not an option. Grant Geissman's Blooz happily passes both tests. Turn the volume up and a blues party comes ...

Chris Walden: Missa Iubileum Aureum: Golden Jubilee Jazz Mass

by Jack Bowers
August 30, 2022

First things first: there is no doubt that Chris Walden's reverential Missa Iubileum Aureum ("Golden Jubilee Jazz Mass") is beautifully written and wonderfully performed by the LMR Jazz Orchestra, St. Dominick's Schola Cantorum and cantors Kurt Elling and Tierney Sutton. Is it jazz? That is another question, one not so easily answered. While there are elements of jazz, they are incidental and generally overshadowed by the more doctrinal aspects of what is essentially an homage to devotion and piety. And ...

Saxsession: Dave Koz, Grace Kelly and Gerald Albright

by Joseph Vella
June 18, 2021

After playing the saxophone for over 50 years, Tom Scott wanted to dedicate an episode to discuss the sax with a few of his colleagues who have mastered the instrument but have also built careers entertaining audiences with their playing. Dave Koz, Grace Kelly and Gerald Albright sit down with Tom on a special Podcast Express roundtable. ...

Tom Scott: Cannon-Reloaded: An All Star Celebration of Cannonball Adderley

by Mark F. Turner
February 18, 2008

Anyone who's ever listened to the canon jazz release, Kind of Blue (Columbia, 1959), knows that one of the sweetest sounds ever recorded was that of alto saxophonist, Julian “Cannonball" Adderley. Cannon-Reloaded is a fitting tribute to one of jazz's quiet giants, boasting an all-star lineup in celebration of the late saxophonist's music. Produced by drummer Gregg Field and Grammy winning saxophonist Tom Scott, (a prolific instrumentalist, arranger, and conductor) the recording boasts a varied mix of ...

Tom Scott with Special Guest Phil Woods: Bebop United

by Michael P. Gladstone
May 11, 2006

The unblemished record of Pittsburgh's Mancheaster Craftsmen's Guild as a venue for recording jazz albums continues with the this new recording from Tom Scott with special guest Phil Woods. Scott has amassed a lengthy discography which has reflected high energy fusion, pop-soul and smooth jazz over the past two decades. His earlier years, however, found him playing strongly as a member of the Don Ellis and Oliver Nelson Big Bands.

In 1992, Scott returned to the mainstream with Born Again, ...

From The L.A. Express To The Podcast Express, Legendary Saxophonist Tom Scott Enters The Podcast Sphere With Tom Scott’s Podcast Express

Source: Joseph Vella
April 8, 2021

Finding himself with lots of down time during Covid, legendary saxophonist Tom Scott started a podcast series as a means to reconnect with his friends. The result is Tom Scott’s Podcast Express which features conversations with famous artists, personalities, and old friends he’s formed close bonds with over the course of his incredible 50-year career in the entertainment business. These relationships naturally include fellow musicians but also include actors, writers, filmmakers, members of the media, and politicos. The audience is ...
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Multi-Grammy Artists Randy Brecker, Eumir Deodato And Tom Scott Featured On New Album By Drummer Isaiah Stewart

Source: Isaiah Stewart
July 12, 2018

Jazz-funk drummer and worldwide recording artist Isaiah Stewart announces the release of his fifth album Summer Beat, which features trumpeter Randy Brecker, keyboardist Eumir Deodato and saxophonist Tom Scott. Summer Beat is currently available at CDBaby, iTunes, Amazon and all other popular online retail and music-streaming services worldwide. About Randy Brecker One of the most respected musicians in the world, Brecker is known for performing and recording with Frank Sinatra, Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Aerosmith, James Taylor, Frank Zappa, Steely ...
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Great Tastes Meet Good Taste At Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City Jazz Brunch Every Sunday

Source: Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services
June 28, 2018

Promoting both individual and communal expression, Jazz is a particularly American art form. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, in association with Jazz producer Joe Donofrio, have prepared a full-spectrum Jazz brunch experience; where contemporary and classic Jazz will mingle with the sounds of culinary satisfaction at the hotel’s brand new Hard Rock Cafe for the Jazz brunch series serving from 11:00AM until 3:00PM every Sunday. The Hard Rock jazz brunch will combine delectable dining with world-class musicianship, delivering ...
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Young Ukulele Star Brittni Paiva Releases "Tell U What" Produced By Tom Scott

Source: Michael Bloom Media Relations
July 12, 2012

At just 23 years of age, Brittni Paiva (pie-VAH) is the preeminent female ukelele player from Hawaii. This native of Hilo is an award-winning multi-instrumentalist with a prodigous gift who has been embraced by a global audience. Her latest album, Tell U What (July 10 release, Brittni Paiva Music), showcases her true talent along side a group of highly respected musical legends – Michael McDonald, Tom Scott, and Arturo Sandoval. Scott produced the album, noting “we’ve put Brittni and her ...
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Tom Scott "The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat"

Source: Sound Insights by Doug Payne
March 5, 2011

The 1974 sequel to Ralph Bakshi's bizarre 1972 animated film Fritz the Cat is this equally wacky film, confusingly dubbed The Nine Lives of Fritz the Cat. Directed by Robert Taylor—a storyboard artist who has since gone onto things like The Flintstone Kids, Ducktales (1988) and The Rugrats Movie (1998)—this sequel is a trip, both as a story and as a film. And like many trips, it depends whether you consider it a good one or bad. Substance abuse can ...
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Jazz in January Returns to Experience Music Project With Live Performances by Larry Coryell, Tom Scott

Source: All About Jazz
December 13, 2004

Month-long celebration of quintessential American art form features educational workshops and lectures, family programming and more.

SEATTLE (Dec. 13, 2004) - Jazz in January, the popular month-long tribute to jazz, is returning to Experience Music Project (EMP) for its fifth annual series, EMP officials announced today.

The fifth annual Jazz in January, which begins Jan. 5 and runs through the end of the month, is highlighted by live performances from regional, national and international jazz artists. World-renowned jazz guitarist Larry ...
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