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The article discusses the prolific posthumous releases of Chick Corea's music, spanning his Elektric Band era and classical explorations. The focus is on recent releases, including 'The Complete Studio Recordings 1986–1991' and the live album 'The Future Is Now,' highlighting the jazz legend's enduring creativity and diverse musical contributions.

An interview with trumpeter Nicholas Payton, is presented. He discusses his evolution from being hailed as a Young Lion in the jazz scene to his current musical direction. Topics covered include Payton's departure from the traditional jazz label, his experimentation with diverse genres and electronic elements, and his recent album "Drip," which embraces a 1970s funk-soul-jazz aesthetic while reimagining past compositions.

The article offers information on celebration of the 50th anniversary in the spring of 2023 in the William Paterson University. Topics include comments of David Demsey, jazz studies coordinator; information about different events in the celebration; and information on first Jazz Room concert and other achieves related to it.

The article discusses the life and career of jazz saxophonist Michael Blake. Topics explored include the launch of his 2023 music album "Dance of the Mystic Bliss" which he dedicated to his late mother, the way he focused on composing music during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, and the establishment of record label P&M Records by Blake and his brother.

The article focuses on the American jazz guitarist Larry Coryell, who have played with the popular jazz bands in the U.S. It highlights Coryell's interests in jazz-rock music and its influence to the society. It also cites Coryell's political views on the victory of President-elect Donald Trump during the presidential election.

The article presents the profile of the drummer Jonathan Barber. It informs that he attended the jazz studies program at the University of Hartford in Connecticut. It mentions about his music group, Jonathan Barber & Vision Ahead, consisting of guitarist Andrew Renfroe, pianist Taber Gable, bassist Matt Dwonszyk, and saxophonist Godwin Louis. It talks about their third studio album, "Poetic." It also presents his views on adding commentary to their music as a drummer.

The article reviews the music release "Money Jungle," by Duke Ellington, Charles Mingus and Max Roach. INSET: CARRINGTON GETS PROVOCATIVE.

Discusses the state of electric jazz which is still alive and well in the '90s. Comments from Jack DeJohnette, pioneer in the use of electronic instruments; Advances in sampling and synthesizer technology; Defiantly in-your-face Let's Be Generous, a cooperative electric-jazz group; Ronald Shannon Jackson still slamming in Decoding Society; More.

Interviews saxophonists Steve Coleman and Branford Marsalis concerning what they have in common musically. Impressions that the two saxophonists had between each other; Underlying logic of jazz; Comments about the jazz music recording 'The Beautyful Ones Are Not yet Born.'

Features several jazz music recordings. `The Other Side,' by the Fents; `Chuckhole Blues,' by Tom Letizia Jazz/Fusion Group; `Time No Longer,' by Kazu; `World Service,' by Man Jumping; `Peaches With Salt,' by Carlos Benavent; `Random Axis,' by Pocket Change; `The Other Side of the Story,' by Brandon Fields; `More Notes for Your Money,' by John Macey.

Interviews tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker. Recording of debut album 'Michael Brecker'; Difference between jazz and fusion music; Theme of the album; Quality of recordings; View on the connection between music and spirituality; Comments on the group called The Brecker Brothers formed with brother Randy; Music education and influences; Experimentations with the saxophone; Use of technology.

Part II. Profiles Dizzy Gillespie, a jazz musician and trumpeter. Stint with the Earl Hines band; Creation of a group to perform at the Onyx Club; Formation of a band that toured the South as part of a unit called, The Hepsations of 1945; Recording of his album 'New Faces,' under the GRP Records.

Interviews jazz musician Larry Coryell. Inspiration for creating his latest album; Reasons for resuming his musical career after an absence of 11 years; Challenges encountered in the Stravinsky project.

The article reviews several music release including "Truth Be Told," by Mark Egan, "Atmospheres," by Ray Riendeau, and "Phatso," by Saul Zonana.

Profiles jazz music arranger Jeff Bova. Use of digital-musical instrument digital interface in arranging records; Arrangement of Cyndi Lauper's song 'True Colors,' and Yoko Ono's 'Starpeace'; Educational background; Career highlights.

The article presents views of the jazz musician Miles Davis who talks about members of his album "Long Waves" including trumpet player Franco Ambrosetti, guitarist John Scofield, and pianist Uri Caine. He discusses his experience of working with this team and discusses their work for various albums such as "Movies", "Movies Too", and "Cheers". He also discusses Ambrosetti's long career in music and his participation in the Jazz Festival.

The article focuses on the Israeli guitarist Yotam Silberstein, who has impressed fans and critics with his facility in the service of jazz elders Monty Alexander, James Moody and Jimmy Heath. It highlights Silberstein's influences in jazz and blues music. It also cites Silberstein's effort to stretch other musical territories on the release of his music albums.