Sakura Sakura is a Japanese traditional song about cherry blossoms, which Parrott sings in very good Japanese, partly to show her appreciation for the Japanese fans, I suspect, and to show support to the survivors of the earthquake/tsunami disaster that hit Japan. A quick glance will reveal that the theme of this album is Spring, a season filled with hope and celebration of new life. A stellar team of New York-based musicians supports the leader. Nicki's sister Lisa Parrott is prominently featured on soprano and baritone saxophone, and the participation of the great young trumpeter Dominick Farinacci is a welcome surprise. Another twist is bassist Martin Wind, who plays cello instead of his usual instrument in this album.

Nicki is joined by an all-star line-up in the collection of Venus' best including Harry Allen tenor sax, Ken Peplowski (tenor sax and clarinet), Lisa Parrott (alto sax), Chuck Redd (vibraphone), John Di Martino (piano), Paul Meyer (guitar), Mark Sganga (guitar), Billy Drummond (drums), Dion Parson (drums) and Alvin Atkinson (drums).

Two of the most popular jazz musicians in the Venus Records' roster got together for a superb duo album! Australian singer and bassist Nicki Parrott, now based in New York, and clarinetist/tenor saxophonist Ken Peplowski are two of my favorite jazz musicians today. They are firmly based on the tradition of straight ahead jazz, are both leading voices of their repsective instruments, and bring something fresh to the music by their ingenuity.

Following her smash hit Venus debut album Moon River, her eagerly awaited second album, Fly Me To The Moon, finally arrived. Her bass playing is more powerful and emotive, and her singing gained on the sultry quotient. Just listen to the very sexy "Do It Again." Nicki surrounded herself with wonderful musicians again. John di Martino, Billy Drummond and Harry Allen - familiar faces from the previous album -- are joined by Nicki's sister Lisa, who plays baritone and soprano saxophones, and guitarist Mark Sganga. The audiophile recording enhances the value of this wonderful release.

Nicki Parrott's eagerly awaited third album is a sultry and attractive tribute to Peggy Lee and Julie London. She is again surrounded by a hugely talented cast that includes pianist John Di Martino, tenor saxophonist Harry Allen and guitarist Paul Myers as well as her sister Lisa Parrott who plays baritone and soprano sax and bass clarinet. In 2010, the album received Swing Journal's Gold Disc award.

Nicki Parrott всемирно известная австралийская вокалистка и контрабасистка. Начала свое музыкальное обучение на фортепиано в возрасте четырех лет. Сотрудничает со многими музыкантами. Новый диск - это совместная работа с John Di Martino (фортепиано).

Neil Diamond, one of the world's premiere recording artists, internationally renowned and record-breaking concert performer and revered songwriter, is set to release his brand new studio album. The album marks his first original studio release in six years and first since signing with Capitol Records.

Итальянская певица Мария Кьяра Фрасчета, известная как Nina Zilli, представляла Италию на конкурсе песни Евровидение 2012. Участница недавнего ежегодного фестиваля Сан-Ремо 2015, она исполнила песни "Sola" и "Se bruciasse la città".

Steamhammer are set to start into the new year 2015 with a new promising US Metal band: Hailing from the city of Ventura an hour north of Los Angeles, Night Demon is a classic metal trio consisting of Jarvis Leatherby (bass, vocals), Brent Woodward (guitars) and Dustin Kithcart (drums) . The band has completed work on their debut full-length album Curse Of The Damned, featuring eleven brand new original tracks, and is slated for an early 2015 release on January 14 (Scandinavia), January 16 (Germany) and January 19 (rest of Europe) as CD, LP and download.

Iconic arena-rockers Night Ranger are set to release their new studio album "High Road" on June 10th in North America via label home Frontiers Records. Produced by the band itself, "High Road" will be available in two formats – a standard CD version and a deluxe version which includes two bonus tracks and a DVD featuring a background look at the making of the album along with video clips. Of the new album, frontman/bassist/songwriter Jack Blades commented, “It’s almost summer and a great time to take a trip down the HIGH ROAD! Our new record features classic Night Ranger feel-good, high-energy kick-ass rock n’ roll. We can’t wait for our fans to hear.” Drummer/singer Kelly Keagy added, “We’re so proud of this new record and excited to get back on the road to bring the new music to our fans.”

Dark Horse - шестой студийный альбом канадской рок-группы Nickelback, вышедший 18 ноября 2008 года. В качестве продюсеров альбома выступили музыканты Nickelback и композитор и продюсер Роберт Джон «Матт» Ланж, известный по своим работам с такими коллективами и исполнителями как AC/DC, Брайан Адамс, Def Leppard и Шанайя Твейн, являющийся также бывшим мужем последней. Альбом провёл больше года в Billboard 200 и по итогам года вошёл в тройку лидеров по продажам.

No Fixed Address crosses a sonic spectrum with pulsating vigor and innovation reflected throughout the diversity of the album's 11 tracks, each embodying the much-loved Nickelback sound propelled to tantalizing and unique new levels. While continuing to lure a broad spectrum of listeners into the trademark Nickelback party-brew of fast-lane indulgences and soaring power ballads, No Fixed Address ultimately proves an equally befitting title for its inspired and boundary-pushing musical map.

Storytone is the thirty-fifth studio album by Canadian musician Neil Young. The album was released on November 4, 2014, by Reprise Records. This is the second Neil Young studio album of 2014.

All-star albums are usually dodgy affairs, but the over-arching talents - and, more importantly, production experience - of Masters at Work's Kenny Dope and Little Louie Vega keep Nuyorican Soul from being overburdened with cooks. Roy Ayers, George Benson, and Jazzy Jeff contribute prominently to four tracks, and vocalists Jocelyn Brown and India (Vega's wife) are heard as well, but over half of the album is comprised of instrumental tracks - several which include Tito Puente on vibes and timbales, flutist Dave Valentin, trumpeter Charlie Sepulveda, organist/arranger Hilton Ruiz, and trombonist Steve Turre. In keeping with Masters at Work's heritage, most of the album is Latin in feel and jazzy in composition, but with ever-present synths and piano runs that belie their heavy dance heritage. Not that it's a crowded field, but Nuyorican Soul is one of the best all-star dance albums ever recorded.