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Giovanni Russonello says, "What George insists upon most — from himself and his bandmates — is clarity: Melody is never sacrificed to flair or crossfire, even as the momentum builds."

Seth Colter Walls says, "Few composers have broader stylistic reach. But on a new album, “A Prayer for Lester Bowie,” he makes it all cohere."

Giovanni Russonello calls the album, "a glorious hodgepodge of large-ensemble synchronicity and wah-wah-drenched blazes."

Kazemde and vocalist Sami Stevens discuss their courtship and recent wedding.

Writer Giovanni Russonello chose the track "Life on Earth" to be featured.

The album was included in Giovanni Russonello's list of ten outstanding albums from this year.

Giovanni Russonello says, "Douglas has created a loving tribute with its own liftoff."

Giovanni Russonello says of 'Coral': "Throughout, no steady rhythm takes hold. But at the end, when those original, idyllic harmonies return, so does a sense of peace."

The band plays their NYC release show on July 17 at Jazz Standard.

Giovanni Russonello previews this weekend's ENGAGE shows in Brooklyn.

"The Contender" was featured in the Friday Playlist.