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“In Flight” The Zela Margossian Quintet is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/8/...
November 14, 2025 at 6:56 PM
“In Flight” The Zela Margossian Quintet is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/8/...
This week in Ropeadope history… Gary Novak, Tim Lefebvre, and Scott Kinsey are joined by Kokayi, Rachel Eckroth, Jason LIndner and more on this explosive album. Favorite Track: Bloody Leaves
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
November 14, 2025 at 2:06 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… Gary Novak, Tim Lefebvre, and Scott Kinsey are joined by Kokayi, Rachel Eckroth, Jason LIndner and more on this explosive album. Favorite Track: Bloody Leaves
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
End Of Daze by Ego Mondo:
ego-mondo.bandcamp.com/album/end-of...
Andrea Molinari’s “Red Light, Green Light” was featured on CKCU FM 93.1 Yow Jazz Mixtape. Follow the link below to learn more.
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
November 13, 2025 at 2:04 AM
Andrea Molinari’s “Red Light, Green Light” was featured on CKCU FM 93.1 Yow Jazz Mixtape. Follow the link below to learn more.
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
CkCU FM 93.1 Jazz Mixtape:
cod.ckcufm.com/programs/639...
This week in Ropeadope history… The great Shaun Martin presented his third solo effort alongside friends and bandmates Mike Mitchell on drums and Matt Ramsey on bass. The album is titled Three-O.
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
November 13, 2025 at 2:01 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… The great Shaun Martin presented his third solo effort alongside friends and bandmates Mike Mitchell on drums and Matt Ramsey on bass. The album is titled Three-O.
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
Three-O by Shaun Martin: shaunmartin.bandcamp.com/album/three-o
Jim Shahen Jr. of Times Union review of Bright Dog Red’s “Never Would We”, calling it a fresh, free-form journey through the band’s boundary-pushing sound.
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
November 12, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Jim Shahen Jr. of Times Union review of Bright Dog Red’s “Never Would We”, calling it a fresh, free-form journey through the band’s boundary-pushing sound.
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
Never Would We album review: www.timesunion.com/music/articl...
This week in Ropeadope history…After years of live collaborations, Charles Owens. Andrew Randazzo, and Devonne Harris spent a day putting down 'A Day With Us’.
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
November 12, 2025 at 12:39 AM
This week in Ropeadope history…After years of live collaborations, Charles Owens. Andrew Randazzo, and Devonne Harris spent a day putting down 'A Day With Us’.
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
A Day With Us by The Charles Owens Trio: charlesowens.bandcamp.com/album/a-day-...
This week in Ropeadope history… Krishna Booker and Diana Purim Moreira brought this gem to us in 2021. A wide range of style is focused and unique.
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
November 10, 2025 at 7:36 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… Krishna Booker and Diana Purim Moreira brought this gem to us in 2021. A wide range of style is focused and unique.
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
País Da Maravilha (Wonderland)
by Eyedentity: eyedentity.bandcamp.com/album/pa-s-d...
This week in Ropeadope history… It’s about seizing the opportunity to do something with your craft, to make an impact and share a perspective.' (Sarah Elizabeth Charles)
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
November 7, 2025 at 6:56 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… It’s about seizing the opportunity to do something with your craft, to make an impact and share a perspective.' (Sarah Elizabeth Charles)
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
Black Canvas by Sarah Elizabeth Charles: ropeadope.com/store/sarah-...
Congratulations to Lakecia Benjamin on her 2026 Grammy nomination!
November 7, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Congratulations to Lakecia Benjamin on her 2026 Grammy nomination!
Jonathan Patrizio of The Metroland reviews Bright Dog Red’s Never Would We, praising its bold fusion of jazz, metal, and experimental sound.
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
November 7, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Jonathan Patrizio of The Metroland reviews Bright Dog Red’s Never Would We, praising its bold fusion of jazz, metal, and experimental sound.
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
“Never Would We” Album review: www.themetroland.com/blog-main/al...
Sampled by Adam Meckler Orchestra is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/11...
November 7, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Sampled by Adam Meckler Orchestra is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/11...
This week in Ropeadope history… From the roots twang to the distorted overdrive, the guitar is the perfect vehicle for the delivery of the strikingly eclectic music of Olli Hirvonen.
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
November 6, 2025 at 11:45 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… From the roots twang to the distorted overdrive, the guitar is the perfect vehicle for the delivery of the strikingly eclectic music of Olli Hirvonen.
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
Kielo by Olli Hrvonen: ollihirvonen.bandcamp.com/album/kielo
This week in Ropeadope history…2007 - the third in The Experiment Series, produced by Aaron Levinson. Deep dive into Harlem history.
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
November 6, 2025 at 12:28 AM
This week in Ropeadope history…2007 - the third in The Experiment Series, produced by Aaron Levinson. Deep dive into Harlem history.
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
The Harlem Experiment by The Harlem Experiment: ropeadope.bandcamp.com/album/the-ha...
Join Sonya Belaya tomorrow night at Joe’s Pub (NYC) for the release of her new album Dacha, as she performs the work live!
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
November 5, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Join Sonya Belaya tomorrow night at Joe’s Pub (NYC) for the release of her new album Dacha, as she performs the work live!
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
Sonya live showcase:
publictheater.org/performances...
This week in Ropeadope history… Another interesting project from Nick Bockrath, with Barney Cortez. Home recordings before home recordings were everywhere.
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
November 4, 2025 at 11:49 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… Another interesting project from Nick Bockrath, with Barney Cortez. Home recordings before home recordings were everywhere.
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
Loverdose by Rich Mystics: richmystics.bandcamp.com/album/loverd...
This week in Ropeadope history… A solid collection of classic American tunes from southern soulman Greg Hester.
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
November 4, 2025 at 12:17 AM
This week in Ropeadope history… A solid collection of classic American tunes from southern soulman Greg Hester.
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
Get a copy here: ropeadope.com/store/greg-h...
Author Sisgwen delves into an elegant exploration of Steve Dyer’s latest release Multipolar, revealing the inspirations and insights that shaped his latest work.
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
November 2, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Author Sisgwen delves into an elegant exploration of Steve Dyer’s latest release Multipolar, revealing the inspirations and insights that shaped his latest work.
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
Link below:
sisgwenjazz.wordpress.com/author/sisgw...
Paul Giess Just uploaded a live performance “A Falling Tree Makes More Noise Than a Growing Forest” on YouTube.
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...
October 31, 2025 at 10:57 PM
Paul Giess Just uploaded a live performance “A Falling Tree Makes More Noise Than a Growing Forest” on YouTube.
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...
Learn more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkAi...
This week in Ropeadope history…. Chromatic Harmonica with Jazz - yes please. Ariel Bart shows us a new style, proving that Jazz can travel anywhere.
Get a copy here: arielbart.bandcamp.com/album/docume...
Get a copy here: arielbart.bandcamp.com/album/docume...
October 31, 2025 at 10:54 PM
This week in Ropeadope history…. Chromatic Harmonica with Jazz - yes please. Ariel Bart shows us a new style, proving that Jazz can travel anywhere.
Get a copy here: arielbart.bandcamp.com/album/docume...
Get a copy here: arielbart.bandcamp.com/album/docume...
Multipolar by Steve Dyer is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/9/...
“MULTIPOLAR aims to reflect the shaping of music through differing stylistic forms colliding and collaborating. We are one revolving Earth.” - Steve Dyer
“MULTIPOLAR aims to reflect the shaping of music through differing stylistic forms colliding and collaborating. We are one revolving Earth.” - Steve Dyer
October 31, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Multipolar by Steve Dyer is now available for your listening enjoyment: ropeadope.com/news/2025/9/...
“MULTIPOLAR aims to reflect the shaping of music through differing stylistic forms colliding and collaborating. We are one revolving Earth.” - Steve Dyer
“MULTIPOLAR aims to reflect the shaping of music through differing stylistic forms colliding and collaborating. We are one revolving Earth.” - Steve Dyer
This week in Ropeadope history… Master Bassist Bill 'The Buddha' Dickens displays his years of craft and expertise on this one.
Get a copy here: billdickens.bandcamp.com/album/tha-tr...
Get a copy here: billdickens.bandcamp.com/album/tha-tr...
October 30, 2025 at 6:15 PM
This week in Ropeadope history… Master Bassist Bill 'The Buddha' Dickens displays his years of craft and expertise on this one.
Get a copy here: billdickens.bandcamp.com/album/tha-tr...
Get a copy here: billdickens.bandcamp.com/album/tha-tr...
This week in Ropeadope history…The launch of Jellowstone Records, and introduction to the greater world of this unique band. Deliberately low fi, like mist rolling in over the hills.
“All Purpose Music” by Butcher Brown:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/all-pu...
“All Purpose Music” by Butcher Brown:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/all-pu...
October 29, 2025 at 4:32 PM
This week in Ropeadope history…The launch of Jellowstone Records, and introduction to the greater world of this unique band. Deliberately low fi, like mist rolling in over the hills.
“All Purpose Music” by Butcher Brown:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/all-pu...
“All Purpose Music” by Butcher Brown:
ropeadopeselect.bandcamp.com/album/all-pu...
We are thrilled to reveal the new album from Steve Dyer 'Multipolar'.
Learn more:
ropeadope.com/news/2025/9/...
Learn more:
ropeadope.com/news/2025/9/...
October 29, 2025 at 4:28 PM
We are thrilled to reveal the new album from Steve Dyer 'Multipolar'.
Learn more:
ropeadope.com/news/2025/9/...
Learn more:
ropeadope.com/news/2025/9/...
Check out this Interview Between Sarah Elizabeth Charles and Morgan Enos (UK Jazz News) talking about Sarah’s Latest project DAWN.
Read more here: ukjazznews.com/mondays-with...
Read more here: ukjazznews.com/mondays-with...
October 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Check out this Interview Between Sarah Elizabeth Charles and Morgan Enos (UK Jazz News) talking about Sarah’s Latest project DAWN.
Read more here: ukjazznews.com/mondays-with...
Read more here: ukjazznews.com/mondays-with...
Check out this article from JazzTimes Top picks for the month of October Featuring Sarah Elizabeth Charles!
“Her pure, clear vocal tones and the uplift of her fluttering wordless prayers are a gift to behold on Dawn.” - A. D. Amorosi (JazzTimes)
Read more here: jazztimes.com/reviews/albu...
“Her pure, clear vocal tones and the uplift of her fluttering wordless prayers are a gift to behold on Dawn.” - A. D. Amorosi (JazzTimes)
Read more here: jazztimes.com/reviews/albu...
October 28, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Check out this article from JazzTimes Top picks for the month of October Featuring Sarah Elizabeth Charles!
“Her pure, clear vocal tones and the uplift of her fluttering wordless prayers are a gift to behold on Dawn.” - A. D. Amorosi (JazzTimes)
Read more here: jazztimes.com/reviews/albu...
“Her pure, clear vocal tones and the uplift of her fluttering wordless prayers are a gift to behold on Dawn.” - A. D. Amorosi (JazzTimes)
Read more here: jazztimes.com/reviews/albu...