WorldMusicMix: France: Erella-Nouveau single “Quand je chante”

 

Erella

Nouveau single Quand je chante

Disponible en digital

En concert à Paris au Sunside les 23/09, 29/10, 26/11 et 17/12/2026

Invitation : pour venir écouter Erella en concert à Paris au Sunside les 23/09, 29/10, 26/11 et 17/12 à 21h30, merci de me confirmer votre présence avec le jour choisi.

Erella présente Quand je chante, son nouveau single disponible en digital. Compositrice, orchestratrice, pianiste et chanteuse, Erella Atlan développe un univers musical personnel, sensible et authentique, nourri par son parcours classique, ses expériences internationales et son goût pour les rencontres entre les cultures.

Erella presents her new digital single, “Quand je chante“. As a composer, orchestrator, pianist, and singer, Erella Atlan has developed a distinct, deeply personal, and authentic musical style. Her work is shaped by her classical training, international background, and passion for cross-cultural collaboration.

Erella annonce Héritages, un album de chansons, prévu en 2027, dont on connait déjà le titre Souvenirs et dont voici le nouvel extrait, Quand je chante. Inspirée de ses héritages multiples, sa musique nous emporte dans un univers coloré où Orient et Occident, poésie et sonorités méditerranéennes s’entremêlent avec naturel et authenticité. Un voyage unique et sensible, où la compositrice ose la cohabitation entre des influences aussi différentes que Barbara et Avishaï Cohen.

Porté par le piano d’Erella, et les sons envoûtants du oud, de la trompette, de la contrebasse et des percussions, ce nouvel extrait s’impose comme une invitation au voyage intérieur. Captivant, aérien, envoûtant, l’arrangement du morceau rappelle une musique de film, sur laquelle viennent se poser des paroles poétiques et introspectives. Et, toujours en filigrane, le parfum de la Méditerranée au loin.

Découvrez Quand Je Chante en vidéo, une ode à la création et à la liberté, dans la lignée d’artistes qui ont exploré aussi bien la musique à l’image que la chanson : Sébastien Tellier, Alex Beaupain, Yael Naim ou encore Avishai Cohen. Pour nous faire découvrir son futur album Héritages, Erella nous propose 4 concerts à Paris au Sunside les 23/09, 29/10, 26/11 et 17/12/2026 à 21h30.

Pour découvrir la vidéo de Quand je chante :

Compositrice, orchestratrice, pianiste et chanteuse, Erella Atlan a imaginé, écrit, composé, arrangé et produit cet album comme un véritable voyage à travers ses origines et son histoire. À la croisée de plusieurs cultures, Héritages fait dialoguer les sonorités méditerranéennes, andalouses et nord-africaines avec la poésie de la chanson française.

Principalement interprété en français, le projet s’enrichit d’influences flamenco, gnawa et berbères, auxquelles viennent se mêler des rythmes et percussions du monde. Au cœur de cet univers, la voix d’Erella et son piano occupent une place essentielle. La musique classique et la musique de film, qui font partie intégrante de son parcours de compositrice, apportent également une dimension orchestrale et cinématographique à l’ensemble.

Quand je chante s’inscrit pleinement dans cette démarche. Avec ce nouveau titre, Erella affirme une écriture personnelle et une interprétation toute en sensibilité, où la chanson devient un espace de rencontre entre différentes influences et différentes histoires.

Enregistré à Valence avec des musiciens issus d’un réseau international, Héritages célèbre ainsi la richesse des échanges culturels et la possibilité de faire dialoguer des traditions musicales éloignées. L’album dessine un univers où l’intime rejoint l’universel, entre poésie, mémoire et ouverture sur le monde.

Pour découvrir cet univers sur scène, Erella donne également rendez-vous au public parisien au Sunside les 23 septembre, 29 octobre, 26 novembre et 17 décembre 2026.

En concert

17/09 au festival de la fiction à la Rochelle

23/09 : Sunside Paris – 21h30

29/10 : Sunside Paris – 21h30

17/11 : Conservatoire de Fontenay-aux-Roses – 19h30

26/11 : Sunside Paris – 21h30

17/12 : Sunside Paris – 21h30

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WorldMusicMix: Erella(France)-Quand je chante

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Taiwanese Flutist Lin Hsiao-Feng Brings Paiwan Nose Flute and Free Improvisation to U.S. Stages Sessions

 Taiwanese improvising flutist Lin Hsiao-Feng has completed a 2026 U.S. tour with pianist and harpsichordist Hsuan Chang Kitano as Cadenza Duo, presenting a series of performances, talks, and cross-cultural exchanges in Washington, D.C. and Wisconsin.

The tour included appearances at Rhizome DC, JF Books, and the Chinese American Museum DC, before concluding at the World Flute Society Annual Convention in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.

At the convention, Lin presented “Taiwan’s Paiwan Nose Flute Tradition,” introducing the cultural background and performance practice of the Indigenous Paiwan nose flute. Cadenza Duo also appeared as Featured Evening Performers, bringing together dizi, xiao, Paiwan nose flute, piano, and free improvisation. Canadian flutist and two-time Grammy nominee Ron Korb joined the duo for an improvised collaboration during the concert.

Lin’s work explores the meeting point between Taiwanese flute traditions, Indigenous wind instruments, free improvisation, and cross-cultural contemporary performance.
https://www.linhsiaofeng.com

 

JazzWorldQuest Showcase 2026: Hakim Jamal(UK)-Blue Black

“Blue Black” is the latest release of British composer, producer and multi-intsrumentalist Paul Wheatcroft aka Hakim Jamal.

A genuine music historian fusing past and present into unique conceptual projects he delivers a compelling concept-album blending vocal jazz with modern vibes. The sonic balance between past and present gives the theme of lost love a sophisticated timeless feel emerging from velvety bass lines, smooth piano and horns.

This alchemy brings in two worlds reimagined as one spectacular melodic performance composed by four themes explored on eleven colourful variations united by a sonic thread that binds them into an elegant format.

The composer is not contemporizing tradition with modern elements, he explores the essential of various genres to yield a signature sound, which “Blue Black” is the most delightful demonstration.

Hakim Jamal on Bandcamp

JazzWorldQuest Showcase 2026

JWQ WorldMusicMix: Ann Kittredge on Artistry, Community, and the Meaning of Recognition

 

Ann Kittredge on Artistry, Community, and the Meaning of Recognition

Posted on May 1, 2026 by JWQ

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Ann Kittredge on Artistry, Community, and the Meaning of Recognition

In the intimate world of cabaret, authenticity reigns supreme—and few artists embody that truth more fully than Ann Kittredge. Fresh off her 2026 MAC Award win for Best Female Vocalist, Kittredge is energized by collaboration and deeply committed to the craft of storytelling through song. In this candid conversation, Kittredge opens up about artistic evolution, the power of a creative team, and why the connection with an audience will always matter more than any accolade ever will.

Q: Winning the 2026 MAC Award for Best Female Vocalist is a major milestone. What did that moment mean to you personally?

It was really lovely—and awkward. I struggle with the idea of comparing artists as if one is “best” rather than just different. I knew most of the women in my category, and they are incredibly talented, so I was ready to celebrate them.

I’ve been reluctant in the past to even put myself out there for this award because, truly, my audiences are my reward every time I get to go on stage and entertain them. That said, it’s meaningful to know that people in your field appreciate what you’re doing enough to vote for you. I’m sincerely touched and grateful.

Q: Your award recognizes a body of work across your album Romantic Notions, your show When in Love, and your single “You Sleigh Me.” How do these projects reflect where you are artistically right now?

It took me a few years, but I now feel like I have the best creative team around me—people who are masterful in their own right and who truly understand my talent. They challenge me in the best ways.

What we’re creating together feels like a true reflection of who I am. We love exploring the quirky as well as the deeply emotional. I get bored doing the same thing repeatedly, so keeping things eclectic is the way to go for me. The surprise, the depth, the silliness, the irreverence—it’s all part of the joy of sharing.

Q: Your performances at venues like Chelsea Table + Stage and Act2PV in Puerto Vallarta have connected you with very different audiences. How have those experiences shaped your approach to storytelling?

Oops. Was I supposed to change my approach based on the primary language of my audience? Dang, I have work to do!

O.K, to answer your question, every show is different because every audience is different—and I’m different each time, too. But I don’t think language is necessarily a barrier to entertaining people. Storytelling doesn’t always require shared language. Opera has thrived on that idea for centuries. I’ve seen audiences respond deeply to stories told in languages they don’t speak, simply because the emotion is genuine.

I remember performing “Besame Mucho” in New York. At first, there were a few giggles—maybe uncertainty. But within a couple of lines, the room shifted. The audience leaned in. By the end, the response was overwhelming. That moment reminded me that storytelling transcends language when it comes from the heart—or even the funny bone.

Q: Was there a moment when you realized this chapter of your artistry was something special?

Finding my creative team was the shift. You don’t know what you’re missing until you have it.

Over the past few years, I’ve gotten better at letting go during performances and simply being present. That confidence comes from trusting my collaborators—my music director, Christopher Denny, and my director, Barry Kleinbort.

They’ve encouraged me to trust my instincts, and sometimes I think they now regret that because they’ve helped to build up my own creative confidence to push back more when something they suggest doesn’t feel right. And honestly, that back-and-forth is where the magic happens. We all feel it when it’s right.

Ten years ago, I worried I’d run out of ideas. Now it’s the opposite—I have more ideas than I can keep up with. It’s an exciting place to be.

Q: What does it mean to be recognized by your peers in such a close-knit artistic community?

I was sincerely moved. I love this community. I’ve made incredible friends, discovered amazing music, and been surrounded by people who share a deep passion for what we do.

What’s special is that no one tries to dictate what I should bring to the stage. Instead, there’s support, inspiration, and mutual respect. That acceptance is incredibly validating—and I’m deeply grateful for it.

A Continuing Journey

In a world that often measures success by accolades, Kittredge offers a quieter, more enduring metric: connection. And if her recent work is any indication, that connection is only deepening—with every note, every story, every joke, and every stage she steps onto next. Learn more about Ann Kittredge at:

https://www.annkittredge.com

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JazzWorldQuest WorldMusicMix: Kamil Rustam-New album: "Listen Up!"

 Kamil Rustam / Nouvel album Listen Up! avec Eddie Brown, Billy Valentine, Amy Keys, Arnold McCuller, Patrice Rushen, Pino Palladino…

Sortie le 15/04/2026 chez Can U Feel It Records
Release Party à Paris le 10 juin au Théâtre de l’IA

Guitarist Kamil Rustam returns on April 15, 2026, with his second album, Listen Up!. After 25 years immersed in gospel, funk, and soul across the United States, he unveils a new project alongside an exceptional group of collaborators. Following the immediate success of his debut solo album Cosmopolitain (2017), recorded at Sunset Sound Studios in Hollywood, Rustam comes back with a record that fully embraces his funk and soul roots.

Featuring eight tracks, Listen Up! is both a return to his origins and a tribute to the late ’70s soul-funk era. For this new chapter, he brings together a dream team of longtime collaborators, including musicians who have contributed to the sound of icons like Stevie Wonder, D’Angelo, John Mayer, and Joe Bonamassa.

While Rustam’s distinctive guitar style remains the thread throughout, Listen Up! places vocals at the center for the first time, highlighting remarkable vocal performances. The album features an outstanding lineup of artists, including Eddie Brown, Billy Valentine, Amy Keys, Arnold McCuller, Patrice Rushen, and Pino Palladino, among others.

Driven by groove, emotion, and the spirit of live performance, Listen Up! reflects a musical journey spanning two continents—an album that feels vibrant, soulful, and timeless.

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Le guitariste Kamil Rustam est de retour le 15 avril 2026 avec son second album Listen Up! Après 25 ans d’immersion dans le gospel, le funk et la soul aux Etats-Unis, ce musicien d’exception signe enfin son second album avec un casting hors norme.

Après le succès instantané de son premier album solo Cosmopolitain (2017), enregistré dans les légendaires Sunset Sound Studios à Hollywood, Kamil Rustam revient avec Listen Up! un album qui assume pleinement sa fibre Funk & Soul. 

Composé de huit titres, cet album marque un retour aux sources et une célébration de la soul-funk de la fin des années 70.  Pour ce nouveau chapitre, Kamil Rustam a réuni une “dream team” de collaborateurs de longue date. On y retrouve des musiciens ayant façonné le son de légendes telles que Stevie Wonder, D’Angelo, John Mayer ou Joe Bonamassa.

Si l’identité instrumentale de Kamil reste le fil conducteur, Listen Up! place pour la première fois la voix au centre de l’œuvre. L’album brille par des collaborations vocales d’exception. Découvrez sur le disque un casting exceptionnel de voix et d’instrumentistes comme Eddie Brown, Billy Valentine, Amy Keys, Arnold McCuller, Patrice Rushen, Pino Palladino, et bien plus encore…

Porté par le groove, l’émotion et l’énergie du live, Listen Up! est le reflet d’un parcours musical entre deux continents — un projet à la fois vibrant, soulful et intemporel.

« Cet album me tient particulièrement à cœur. C’est un retour à la source, une musique qui m’a construit et accompagné tout au long de ma vie en Californie. » — Kamil Rustam

Guitariste, compositeur et arrangeur français de renommée internationale, Kamil Rustam mène une carrière de plus de 35 ans jalonnée de moments marquants. Lauréat des Victoires de la Musique en 1985 comme « Meilleur Arrangeur de l’année » — aux côtés de Manu Katché et Gabriel Yared pour Unis Vers l’Uni de Michel Jonasz — il est également élu « Meilleur musicien de studio » en 1986 et 1987.

En France, il collabore avec Serge Gainsbourg, Michel Berger, France Gall et Michel Jonasz. Installé aux États-Unis depuis 1996, il y côtoie Stevie Wonder, B.B. King, Aaron Neville, James Ingram, Peabo Bryson et John Mayer, tout en officiant comme guitariste pour l’émission The Voice US. Pendant quinze ans, il se nourrit aussi de la culture gospel au cœur des églises américaines.

Après le succès de son premier opus instrumental Cosmopolitain, le guitariste et compositeur de renommée internationale Kamil Rustam annonce la sortie de son deuxième album, Listen Up! prévue pour le 15 avril. Composé de 8 titres, cet album marque un retour aux sources viscéral et une célébration de la soul-funk de la fin des années 70.

Inspiré par ses 25 années passées aux États-Unis, Kamil Rustam livre ici son projet le plus personnel à ce jour. Enregistré entre la France et Los Angeles, l’album puise sa force dans l’héritage du gospel et de la soul, musiques fondatrices de l’identité artistique du musicien.

Guitariste, arrangeur et compositeur de talent, Kamil Rustam est une figure incontournable de la scène musicale internationale. Son parcours, jalonné de collaborations prestigieuses entre l’Europe et les États-Unis, fait de lui un trait d’union rare entre les cultures musicales. Avec Listen Up!, il affirme une maturité artistique qui font de cet album un classique intemporel de la soul.

Release Party à Paris le 10 juin au Théâtre de l’IA, 10 rue de la Vacquerie, 75011 Paris

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JazzWorldQuest Showcase 2026: Arshid Azarine Nouvel album Trio + Guests Live / Sortie vinyle et digitale le 24/04/2026 (Ohrwurm Records)

 

Arshid Azarine – New album: Trio + Guests Live (Ohrwurm Records)

French-Iranian pianist Arshid Azarine returns on April 24, 2026, with the release of Trio + Guests Live, following his 2024 album Vorticity.

Joined by percussionist Habib Meftah (known for collaborations with Trio Joubran and Titi Robin) and bassist Hervé de Ratuld, Azarine presents an organic and expressive work inspired by the theme of freedom in Iran.

The album was recorded in Paris in 2025 at the 360 Paris Music Factory during the Au fil des Voix festival, as well as at the Sunside Jazz Club. It captures the immediacy of live performance—marked by tension, precision, spontaneity, and emotional depth.

Guest appearances include vocalists Nuria Rovira Salat and Golsa, along with a recorded vocal contribution from Golshifteh Farahani.

Trio + Guests Live unfolds as a music of transition and transformation, where harmonies take on shifting, atmospheric textures and rhythms are both grounded and exploratory, drawing influence from diverse musical traditions, including those of the broader Middle East.

JazzWorldQuest Showcase 2026:

JazzWorldQuest Showcase 2025: New release: PETER XIFARAS-“ADAGIO GROOVES”

 

New release

PETER XIFARAS-“ADAGIO GROOVES”

RELEASE DATE: August 22, 2025

Jazz meets Classical as The Budapest Symphony intersects with virtuoso jazz saxman & Universal Music Group artist Justin Chart for six blissful tracks that feature orchestral arrangements with beautiful soulful melodies that evolve into addicting grooves.

Artist: PETER XIFARAS
Title: ADAGIO GROOVES
Artist Website: https://PeterX.music
Release Date: August 22, 2025
Label: Music With No Expiration®
Catalog Number: PXCD05 UPC Digital: 199538351040
UPC Physical: 195269379018
Distribution: SONY/Orchard
Featuring: Justin Chart with the Budapest Symphony

TRACK LISTING
1. ADAGIO BLUE 5:12 2. ADAGIO DREAM 3:55 3. ADAGIO GROOVE 4:35 4. ADAGIETTO 5:51 5. ADAGIO DAYS 6:22 6. ADAGIO NIGHTS 5:22

Renowned for his prowess as a composer, guitarist, and producer, Peter Xifaras has masterfully navigated the realm of musical genres, earning widespread acclaim. His versatility is striking; whether crafting compositions for symphonic orchestra or delivering impassioned guitar solos, Peter is at ease. With his music resonating across hundreds of radio stations and enjoying over a decade of rotation on SiriusXM, his impact is undeniable. A recipient of multiple awards, Peter’s music has crowned the summits of BILLBOARD’S Classical & Crossover charts. Notably, he was awarded the AMERICAN Prize in composition, clinched a TELLY for ‘social impact’, and received an Accolade Global Film HUMANITARIAN award for his efforts with the poignant orchestral release, Children Of Conflict.

MUSICIANS:
Peter Xifaras-keys, Justin Chart-sax, Max Gerl-bass, Scott Jackson-drums, Budapest Symphony-orchestra

LISTENING LINKS:
https://orcd.co/7r5qwwa
All music written, arranged, produced by Peter Xifaras

JazzWorldQuest Showcase 2025

JazzWorldQuest Showcase 2025: Peter Xifaras(USA)-Adagio Groove

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