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Mark Lettieri Releases New Single, Palisade

Mark Lettieri’s new single, “Palisade,” is out now! “Palisade" is a personal song for Mark Lettieri, inspired by a missed connection for a friendship-mentorship that never fully materialized due to life circumstances, though he remains hopeful. Built around a long-held baritone guitar riff, the song reflects on "what ifs" and nods to Don Henley's "Boys of Summer," aligning with the retro 80s vibe of Lettieri's music at the time. Like much of his work, it seeks perspective and emotional clarity.

Snarky Puppy Releases 'We Like It Here (Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined)'

A dramatically new spin on the record that changed everything for Snarky Puppy: We Like It Here (Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined) is out now!

From the moment Snarky Puppy played its first overseas show to a sold-out London crowd, they felt at home in Europe. Recorded and filmed live with a studio audience over 4 nights in the Netherlands, We Like It Here captures the band at its most explorative point in its career, in both composition and improvisation. Celebrating 10 years since the original album was released, the Remixed + Remastered + Reimagined version includes 8 original tracks, 8 alternate take tracks, and 1 bonus track — the first-ever recording of “Gretel,” which was withheld from WLIH and then rerecorded months later in a large format alongside the Metropole Orkest on Sylva.

Listen to the full album, watch the videos, and pre-order the limited edition, 4-disc vinyl box set!

Snarky Puppy Announces New Recording with Metropole Orkest in The Netherlands

In January 2025, the highly-revered collaboration between Snarky Puppy, the Metropole Orkest and conductor Jules Buckley continues with 6 groundbreaking recording sessions over 3 nights, in Utrecht, The Netherlands in front of a live audience (you). The performances will take place from January 16th-18th, 2025.


Limited tickets remain:


- Thursday January 16 @ 7:00pm


- Thursday January 16 @ 9:45pm


- Friday January 17 @ 7:00pm

(SOLD OUT)


- Friday January 17 @ 9:45pm

 (SOLD OUT)


- Saturday January 18 @ 4:00pm

 (SOLD OUT)


- Saturday January 18 @ 6:45pm

 (SOLD OUT)



ONE TICKET INCLUDES:


- A seat to the early or late set (headphones provided)


- Access to the after-party for the evening of your ticket


- Digital download of the album

Becca Stevens Releases New Music Video for “If I Die Before You”

"If I Die Before You" is a love letter to Becca’s loved ones describing how she would want her final disposition to differ from her mother’s requests. She reflects on the desire for a more meaningful representation of her life than a gravestone, like a bench, so that it could also serve as support for her loved ones during the heavy process of grief.

Click here to stream the video, and stream her album 'Maple to Paper!' 


Scott Colley, Edward Simon, Brian Blade Release New Album, Three Visitors

Three Visitors evokes the fleeting nature of existence, suggesting that through art and music, we can experience realms as transient as our own. Through improvisation, the three musicians come together, exploring a flow of ideas and influences. Their compositions, such as “The Thicket" and “Far Rockaway," invite vivid memories, while collaborators like Becca, Rogerio, and Chris add their voices, enhancing the album's eclectic spirit.
The ensemble includes Brian Blade, a Louisiana-born drummer who honed his craft in gospel before playing with legends like Wayne Shorter and Joni Mitchell. Bassist Scott Colley, originally from Los Angeles, trained with masters and has toured with Carmen McRae, Herbie Hancock, and many jazz icons. Venezuelan pianist Edward Simon, celebrated for merging jazz with Latin sounds, has achieved significant recognition in the U.S. as a composer and as a member of the SFJAZZ Collective. Together, their shared sensitivity and experience create a profound, transient musical dialogue.

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