8. James Brandon Lewis/Chad Taylor, ‘Radiant Imprints’
On this duo album, James Brandon Lewis honors John Coltrane by isolating parts of his compositions, diving into the source material with strident, ennobled conviction. Whether charging on the drum set or playing the hypnotic mbira, Chad Taylor knows where to find Mr. Lewis at his best.
Another Day on the Vlog 4-18-2018
Episode 151 of 5049
I sit and have an in-depth conversation about Music & Life with Jeremiah Cymerman !
Check it out ! and Thanks so much to Jeremiah Cymerman for having me.
Another Day on the Vlog 4-18-2018
Hey Folks New Album " Radiant Imprints " Duo from James Brandon Lewis & Chad Taylor is alive and kicking ! Check out this Video from this past Winter Tour @ Sons D' Hiver Festival
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Another Day on the Vlog 3-10-2018
It is with Great Joy to present New Duo Album " Radiant Imprints " out now via Off- Record
Duo - James Brandon Lewis (Tenor Saxophone) & Chad Taylor (Drums & Mbira) .
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Another Day on the Vlog -12-27-2017
Happy Holidays Folks !
As we Approach The New Year 2018 Excited to Announce the release of a New Album entitled "Radiant Imprints" out on Off- Record Label March 9 2018 featuring a duo Chad Taylor on Drums/ Mbira and James Brandon Lewis on Tenor Saxophone . Thanks to all who continue to support the music , and shout out to Off- Record for supporting this release , and thanks to go Anne Maizia for beautiful cover art.
As we march toward 2018 , I reflect on a 2017 interview with Amazing Trumpet player and Composer Dave Douglas , who sat down with me to discuss my life as well as my body of work . Dave as been a supporter of my music and endeavors before my Arrival to NYC . Click on image below to enjoy this in depth interview .
Another Day on the Vlog 11-16-2017 Part II Sonic City Festival 2017
Great vid of JBL Trio Rocking Sonic City Festival 2017 curated by Punk Legend Thurston Moore . ENJOY ! more news to come :-)
Another Day on the VLOG 11-15-2017 PART I SONIC CITY FESTIVAL 2017
Hey Folks! Its been a while posting but i been on the Road for a bit ! James Brandon Lewis Trio just got back from an amazing European Tour. Just Wanted to Highlight this Video JBL Trio Rocking it out at Sonic City Festival 2017 Curated by Punk Rock Legend Thurston Moore. The Selection is " ZEN " From New Album " No Filter " . Enjoy
Another Day on Vlog September 15, 2017
A passionate Conversation - sharing some insight into moving to NYC,Mentors,and Insight into poetry band Heroes Are Gang Leaders Co Founded with Thomas Sayers Ellis . Cheers !
Another Day on the Vlog September 11, 2017
Home Practice/ Reflection Session
In Solitude Going over - Sometimes I feel Like a Motherless Child
Thoughts
Barren land crowded with loneliness but quiet be quenched with solitude - JBL
Another Day on the Vlog / August 11, 2017
Hey Y'all hope all is well :-) just wanted to share some old school thoughts on music . Please Share and tell friends .. more thoughts to come ! Blessings
Revamped , Refreshed , Renewed
Day One / July 19th, 2017 / 1st day on the VLOG
Revamped, Refreshed, Renewed! Welcome to the newly designed website . I am happy and excited to be able to share insights on Music, Art , and Life
Much Love and Enjoy the video !