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John Scofield’s SFJAZZ show features standout upright bass from Vicente Archer
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John Scofield’s SFJAZZ show features standout upright bass from Vicente Archer

John Scofield tune comes into focus at SFJAZZ as Vicente Archer’s upright sound shapes the pocket and brings a warm, centered feel to the band’s flow.

Vicente Archer: Mastering the Beauty of Jazz Bass from Classic Roots to Glasper’s “Code Derivation”
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Vicente Archer: Mastering the Beauty of Jazz Bass from Classic Roots to Glasper’s “Code Derivation”

Vicente Archer’s approach to jazz bass highlights the beauty of note choices and their impact across genres. From his deep jazz roots to his work with Robert Glasper, Archer’s artistry continues to shape the sound of modern music.

Robert Glasper Releases “Code Derivation” with Vicente Archer on Bass
New Albums

Robert Glasper Releases “Code Derivation” with Vicente Archer on Bass

Pianist Robert Glasper is one of the leading figures bringing hip-hop into a jazz context. His new album, “Code Derivation,” puts them more side by side.

Jeff Coffin’s “Between Dreaming and Joy” Features Stacked Bass Lineup
New Albums

Jeff Coffin’s “Between Dreaming and Joy” Features Stacked Bass Lineup

Jeff Coffin has released a new solo album called “Between Dreaming and Joy,” but it’s far from a solo effort. The saxophonist, who many know from his work with Dave Matthews Band, has an absolutely stacked lineup to fill out the music.

The Black Art Jazz Collective Releases “Presented By the Side Door Jazz Club”
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The Black Art Jazz Collective Releases “Presented By the Side Door Jazz Club”

The Black Art Jazz Collective, featuring Vicente Archer (Terence Blanchard, Kenny Garrett, Wynton Marsalis, Robert Glasper) on bass, has released Presented By The Side Door Jazz Club. The album refers to the Side Door Jazz Club in Old Lyme, Connecticut, which gave the group, which celebrates black culture in a positive way, a two-night gig with the chance to record...

The Robert Glasper Trio Reunites for New Live Album
New Albums

The Robert Glasper Trio Reunites for New Live Album

Pianist Robert Glasper has reunited with his trio, which includes bassist Vicente Archer (Terence Blanchard, Kenny Garrett, Wynton Marsalis, Stanley Jordan, Amos Lee) for the acoustic jazz record Covered (The Robert Glasper Trio Recorded Live at Capitol Studios). The trio, with drummer Damion Reid, is the same one that recorded Canvas in 2005 and In My Element in 2007. The...