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Mon'quez Pippins release his first singles!

7/10/2020

Mon'quez Pippins is in the middle of releasing his debut EP, Fine By Me, which I played on and produced.  Right now, his first single "Backstabber" is out and his second single "Letter from 810 (Better Day)" is ramping up for release.  Check out this outstanding artist!

New Interview and Blog!

5/8/2020

A new People You Should Know is up on this site and Apple Podcast featuring the wonderful Steve Denny.

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Also, the final part of my investigation into one of the great mysteries in jazz history will be posted 5/11/2020.  If you want a refresher, check out the rest on the blog!

Updates Galore!

5/1/20

A lot of things have been happening since I last updated this.  Linden St. Connection has a self-titled EP out.  People You Should Know is now available on most podcasting sites including Itunes and Google podcast.  Monquez Pippins EP, Fine By Me, is due for release in August.  Finally, I am not living in New Orleans, preparing for my studies at the University of New Orleans this fall.  More to come!

In the works!

3/28/19

Spring has just barely begun and summer is already looking like a busy time!
First, Linden St. Connection will be releasing our EP. 
Second, we will be doing our tribute to Billy Joel again. 
Third, Jordan Ziskin will be releasing his debut album.
Also, the trio will become a quartet and tour New England in August.  The fall is even shaping up to include visits to Colorado and Georgia!
And keep an eye out for a brand new blog series on my investigation into the missing link in jazz history. 
Stay tuned!

New Review

12/29/18

As the year comes to close, we have another stellar review for Cityscapes!

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"...stunning piece of jazz!"

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The momentum continues!

Another Review for cityscapes!

10/20/18

Michael Ferber has just reviewed Cityscapes for his blog!

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"'Cityscapes' is an excellent album with a distinct sound."

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The album is now available on all streaming and digital platforms!

New Review for cityscapes!

9/15/18

Divide and Conquer has reviewed Cityscapes! 

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​"4.1 out of 5 - TOP ALBUM"

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Thank you to Jamie Robash for his insightful review!

Second download of the day!

8/18/18

All About Jazz has selected “Right Side Up” as the download of the day! This is the second track from my upcoming album Cityscapes to be chosen!

Download of the Day

8/13/18

All About Jazz has chosen "Junction Junction", from my upcoming record Cityscapes, as the Download of the Day!  

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Note:  AAJ mis-titled this as "Cityscapes and not "Junction Junction."

Another early review for cityscapes!

8/2/18

Bill Bucks at just reviewed Cityscapes!

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"...an intriguing snap shot of what their live shows feature..."

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Check out the whole review below!

First Reviews in for cityscapes!

7/11/18

First reviews have come in for Cityscapes, set for release this fall!  Thanks to Chris Baber and Jazz Views!

"Mexico" reviewed!

6/26/18

Two Story Melody reviewed Jordan Ziskin's debut single "Mexico" from his upcoming album Crazy Child which I not only played on but also produced.

"A joy is felt through every note, reminiscent of a man channeling the moments of that journey from head to heart to hands."

Interview!

6/15/18

Happy to announce my first interview for Sounds Like NYC!  A lot of talk about music, NYC, the artist life and some of my up coming record, Cityscapes!

Linden St. Productions

6/14/18

I am happy to announce the creation of Linden St. Productions.  With my wife, Catilin Bement, we will be a production and post production company that will also handle all music related business.  More information to come!

People You Should know

5/27/18

Starting with Jordan Ziskin, I will be starting a new interview series as part of the ramp up for Linden St. Productions.  Titled People You Should Know, it will feature people who are incredible artist who we are either working with or have worked with in the past.  Check out the first interview!