release date: 05.07.2026 via Groundtone Records
The Pentland/Bergonzi Quartet is an intersection of generations and singular voices, where saxophone legend Jerry Bergonzi joins forces with bassist/composer Sean Pentland, pianist Julian Shore, and drummer Jongkuk Kim. The eminently individual sounds of the tenor master and younger luminaries animate Pentland’s intricate and vivid compositions, which feature colourful, contrapuntal harmonies and nuanced, polyrhythmic grooves,
release date: 06.06.2025 via Chill Tone Label
“Pianist Julian Shore [is] a rising star with a wide gaze and a firm sense of self… a sense of personalised sophistication and quiet intelligence.” – Dan Bilawsky, All About Jazz
“[Shore’s] name belongs among the leaders of the young Jazz piano scene.” – Travis Rogers, JazzTimes
“Sub rosa” – the term conjures shadowy images of secret messages and covert operations, espionage and investigation. Jazz has always been something of a coded language, able to convey deep and complex meaning in abstract form, communicating emotions without explicit explanation. Pianist Julian Shore delivers his own collection of clandestine communications on his compelling new album Sub Rosa.
Out February 21, 2025, via Chill Tone,
Noah Preminger‘s Ballads feature the daring saxophonist luxuriating in beauty for beauty’s sake with pianist Julian Shore, bassist Kim Cass and drummer Allan Mednard.
“[Preminger] plays with not just chops and composure, but already a distinct voice: His approach privileges mood and reflectiveness, favouring weaving lines that can be complex but are also concise, without a trace of over-playing or bravado.” – Siddhartha Miller, Boston Globe
“Mr. Preminger designs a different kind of sound for each note, an individual destiny and story.” – Ben Ratliff, The New York Times
