highly inventive inspiring innovative jazz quartet José Luiz Martins – Odyssey Mixtape

playful impressionistic classical guitar Patricio Morales – La Tierra Canta

powerhouse sophomore album Charles Chen – Building Characters

earthy and soulful jazz Russ Spiegel – Nitty Gritty

brilliantly balanced jazz sophistication Ben Patterson Jazz Orchestra – Mad Scientist Music

highly impressive organ led debut Mitch Towne – Refuge

unique sonic exploration Alex Coke & Carl Michel Sextet – Situation

stunning sophisticated jazz guitar John Stein – Next Gen

intricate creative musical odyssey Daniel Garbin – Rising

sweet piano-led jazz quintet Ben Markley – Tell The Truth