John Hilderbrand

Longtime contemporary jazz fan and founder of ContemporaryJazz.com.

Joined: January 27, 2017
Articles: 144
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LoveCovers by Kirk Whalum arrives April 11

Get a taste of Kirk Whalum’s #LoveCovers with this EPK. Kirk uses a verse from 1 Peter as the genesis for the album: “…for love will cover a multitude of sins.” He expands on that, gospel music, and more. #LoveCovers…

John Hilderbrand
March 18, 2017

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Happy birthday, Quincy Jones

The mighty Q turns 84 today. The term “living legend” was created for individuals like him. Here is Quincy Jones conducting a live version of “Setembro (Brazilian Wedding Song)” which was originally on the Back on the Block recording.

John Hilderbrand
March 14, 2017

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Top Contemporary Jazz March 2, 2002: Metheny, Botti, Boney and More

Here are the top selling contemporary jazz recordings as listed by Billboard on March 2, 2002. The Pat Metheny Group’s Speaking of Now debuted at #1. Pat Metheny Group – Speaking Of Now Boney James – Ride Chris Botti –…

John Hilderbrand
March 6, 2017

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Happy birthday, Larry Carlton

Larry Carlton turns 69 today. What is your favorite LC song or solo? Here are a few of his most famous:

John Hilderbrand
March 2, 2017

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A little more Solsonics

One of my favorite recordings of all time is Jazz in the Present Tense by the Solsonics. It came out in early 1994 and I love every song, every arrangement, the tight sound, the playing…everything came together for me on that.…

John Hilderbrand
February 28, 2017