This Christmas

This Christmas

The New Holiday Jazz Album From Night Is Alive!

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About the Muscians

Night is Alive proudly presents “This Christmas,” an extraordinary album that brings together the unparalleled talents of Teddy Horangic and Frank Lacy on vocals, accompanied by an exceptional lineup of musicians.

Featuring the mesmerizing melodies of Xavier Davis on piano, the soulful saxophone tunes by Wayne Escoffery, the soaring trumpet sounds of Jeremy Pelt, the rich trombone tones of James Burton III, the groovy bass lines of Richie Goods, and the rhythmic beats of Quincy Davis on drums, this album is a masterpiece of musical collaboration and holiday cheer.

Indulge in the joyous sounds of the season with timeless tracks like “Let It Snow,” “We Three Kings,” “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” “Sleigh Ride,” “White Christmas,” “This Christmas,” “O Holy Night,” and “The Christmas Song.” Each song is beautifully reimagined with the signature jazz flair that will warm your heart and transport you to a world of festive celebration.

Whether you’re hosting a cozy gathering by the fireplace or simply looking to immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas, “This Christmas” is the perfect soundtrack for your holiday moments.

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Be among the first to experience this musical extravaganza! Let the enchanting sounds of Teddy Horangic, Frank Lacy, and these remarkable musicians bring the spirit of the holidays into your home.

Wishing you a joyous and melodious holiday season!

Warm regards,
Night is Alive

The Band

Teddy Horangic — Vocals

Frank Lacy — Vocals

Xavier Davis — Piano

Wayne Escoffery — Saxophone

Jeremy Pelt — Trumpet

James Burton III — Trombone

Richie Goods — Bass

Quincy Davis — Drums

Additional Credits

Executive Producer — Kathy Salem
Producer/Musical Director — Wayne Escoffery
Arrangements — Xavier Davis
Recorded at Sear Sound, New York, NY (June 19, 2023)
Engineer — Katsuhiko Naito
Post Prod. at Out of the House Studios, Harlem, NY (June 26, 2023)
Mix & Mastering — Dave Darlington
Photos & Album Design — Benjamin Lehman

Border Widow’s Lament

border widow's lament

cunliffe - wind - horner

the new album by cunliffe, wind, and horner

 Jazz trio, Cunliffe, Wind, and Horner, are set to release their highly anticipated new album, “Border Widow’s Lament,” with Night is Alive Productions.

Featuring a trove of original compositions and a fresh arrangement of traditional classic, “Border Widow’s Lament” showcases Cunliffe’s exceptional musicianship and versatility as a performer. The album features an all-star lineup of artists, including Bill Cunliffe, Martin Wind, and Time Horner, who bring their own unique styles and personalities to the recording.

“Border Widow’s Lament” was mixed and mastered by Paul Tavenner of Big City Recording Studios and produced by Bill Cunliffe, with marketing and distribution by Kathy Salem and Night is Alive Productions.

Grammy Award-winning jazz pianist and composer Bill Cunliffe is known for his dynamic and expressive playing, and “Border Widow’s Lament” is no exception. From the opening track to the closing notes, the album is a powerful and moving tribute to the rich tradition of jazz music.

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  1. 1 – Border Widow’s Lament 30s 0:30
  2. 2 – Slangeland 30s 0:30
  3. 3 – Interiors 30s 0:30
  4. 4 – Little Bird 30s 0:30
  5. 5 – Border Widow’s Lament 30s 0:30
  6. 6 – Looking Back 30s 0:30
  7. 7 – Standing By The Window Waving Goodbye 30s 0:30
  8. 8 – Reflections 30s 0:30
  9. 9 – Marching Season 30s 0:30

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bill cunliffe
piano

martin wind
bass

tim horner
drums

Call Me Irresponsible

NIGHT IS ALIVE PRESENTS
THE NEW ALBUM FROM JOHN DI MARTINO

CALL ME IRRESPONSIBLE

DIGITAL DOWNLOAD AVAILABLE NOW!

  1. 01 Shake Down the Stars 0:30
  2. 02 – Deep In A Dream 0:30
  3. 03 – Suddenly Its Spring 0:30
  4. 04 – Call me Irresponsible 0:30
  5. 05 – Imagination 0:30
  6. 06 – So Help Me 0:30
  7. 07 – I Could Have Told You So 0:30
  8. 08 – The Second Time Around 0:30
  9. 09 – Only The Lonely 0:30
  10. 10 – The Secret of Christmas 0:30
  11. 11 – Imagine (Reprise) 0:30

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FEATURING

John Di Martino — Musical Director, Arranger, Piano & Keyboards

Harry Allen — Tenor Saxophone

Dave Stryker — Guitar

Peter Washington — Bass

Willie Jones lll — Drums

With Vocals

My Ship

my ship

wj3 all-stars

MY SHIP - The New Album from the WJ3 All-Stars

Featuring Willie Jones III (drums/bandleader), Jeremy Pelt (trumpet), Wayne Escoffery (tenor sax), Steve Davis (trombone), Isaiah Thompson (piano), and Gerald Cannon (bass), My Ship includes nine contrasting tracks that each convey their own unique emotion.

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  1. 01 – Willie Jones III – Can’t Buty Me Love 0:30
  2. 02 – Willie Jones III – God Bless The Child 0:30
  3. 03 – Willie Jones III – My Ship 0:30
  4. 04 – Willie Jones III – Broadway 0:30
  5. 05 – Willie Jones III – Taking A Chance On Love 0:30
  6. 06 – Willie Jones III – Star Eyes 0:30
  7. 07 – Willie Jones III – Wave 0:30
  8. 08 – Willie Jones III – I Should Care 0:30
  9. 09 – Willie Jones III – Christmas Time is Here 0:30

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THE WJ3 ALL-STARS

Willie Jones lll
Drums

Isaiah Thompson
Piano

Jeremy Pelt
Trumpet

Wayne Escoffery
Tenor Sax

Steve Davis
Trombone

Gerald Cannon
Bass

Old New Borrowed and Blue

OLD

NEW

BORROWED

& BLUE

the new album from night is alive

Old New Borrowed & Blue is the new jazz album from Night is Alive that merges the musical artistry of new songs with jazz classics. 

  1. 2 Degrees East 3 Degrees West 30s 0:30
  2. Blue and Sentimental 30s 0:30
  3. God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen 30s 0:30
  4. Hudson River Wind 30s 2 0:30
  5. Jimmy, Mini and Me 30s 0:30
  6. Please Don’t Go 30s 0:30
  7. Tell Me Why 30s v2 0:30
  8. The Gypsy 30s 0:30
  9. Tune for Mr T 30s 0:30

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THE BAND

John DiMartino • Musical Director & Piano
Joe Magnarelli • Trumpet
Wayne Escoffery • Tenor & Alto Sax
Lonnie Plaxico • Bass
Willie Jones III • Drums

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THE MUSIC

HUDSON RIVER WIND
TELL ME WHY
BLUE AND SENTIMENTAL
TUNE FOR MR. T
JIMMY, MIMI & ME
PLEASE DON’T GO
THE GYPSY
GOD REST YE MERRY GENTLEMEN
2 DEGREES EAST, 3 DEGREES WEST

Studio Photography by the amazing Chris Drukker. 

ABOUT THE ALBUM

Night is Alive Album Release January 5, 2022: Old New Borrowed & Blue

Night is Alive, under the leadership of Managing Director/Producer Kathy Salem, is thrilled to announce the release of Old New Borrowed & Blue.

It isn’t an easy time to be in the music industry, and it’s especially difficult to record new music. That is why Ms. Salem wanted to produce an album that featured new compositions by Night is Alive musicians in addition to classics. She said, “This album, in particular, is special to me. With a heightened awareness of how jazz compositions are really created, I produced this new CD with originals by Night is Alive band members John [DiMartino], Wayne [Escoffery], and Joe [Magnarelli]. Of course, there are also the old and the borrowed for your more classic playlist.”

Featuring Night is Alive musicians John di Martino (musical director & piano), Joe Magnarelli (trumpet), Wayne Escoffery (saxophones), Lonnie Plaxico (bass), and Willie Jones III (drums), Old New Borrowed & Blue includes nine instrumental tracks that merge the musical artistry of new songs with jazz classics, such as old favorite “The Gypsy”.

You can find this album and more on Night is Alive’s website, www.nightisalive.com

Christmas Ain’t Like It Used To Be

CHRISTMAS
AIN’T LIKE
IT USED
TO BE

the new album featuring john di martino & willie jones III

WITH SONGS

Watch the new video for "happy hanukkah, my friend"

FEATURING

John Di Martino

Andromeda Turre

Wayne Escoffery

Lonnie Plaxico

Willie Jones III

Studio: Teaneck Sound Studio – June 8, 2021
Engineer: Dave Kowalski
Mixed and Mastered: Bass Hit Studio – June 21 and 22, 2021
Engineer: Dave Darlington
Produced by: John Di Martino
Executive Producer: Kathy Salem
Studio Photography: Chris Drukker
Album Design and Photography: Benjamin Lehman
On the Cover: Jeffrey Swan
Visit www.nightisalive.com for the best in Jazz music
Night is Alive Productions, LLC

Cryin In My Whiskey

The New Album featuring Janis Siegel and John Di Martino

A Jazz Take on Country Classics

Available Now!

"This album turns Country Classics into Jazz Standards"
  1. 1 – 30s Whenever You Come Around 0:30
  2. 2 – 30s Always On My Mind 0:30
  3. 3 – 30s I Fall To Pieces 0:30
  4. 4 – 30s Are You Alright 0:30
  5. 5 – 30s Where Do I Put His Memory 0:30
  6. 6 – 30s Hard Candy Christmas 0:30
  7. 7- 30s He Stopped Loving Her Today 0:30
  8. 8 – 30s Break It To Me Gently 0:30
  9. 9 – 30s Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue 0:30

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WHERE TO BUY

Cryin’ In My Whiskey isavailable NOW on the Night is Alive Store.

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MEET THE BAND

JANIS SIEGEL VOCALS
JOHN DI MARTINO PIANO, HAMMOND B3, KEYBOARDS
AARON HEICK SOPRANO & ALTO SAXOPHONES, CLARINET, FLUTE, ALTO FLUTE
HARRY ALLEN TENOR SAXOPHONE
JESSE LEWIS ACOUSTIC & ELECTRIC GUITARS
LONNIE PLAXICO ACOUSTIC & ELECTRIC BASS
ROSS PEDERSON DRUMS & PERCUSSION
AMY CERVINI BACKUP VOCALS

That Time of Year by Bill Cunliffe

That Time of Year by Bill Cunliffe

That Time of Year Album Cover
  1. Angels from the realms of glory Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  2. God rest ye merry, gentlemen Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  3. On Christmas day Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  4. Dance of the sugar plum fairy Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  5. Lo, how a rose e’er blooming Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  6. O little town of Bethlehem Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  7. O Christmas tree Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  8. We three kings Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  9. ‘Tis the season Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  10. Coventry carol Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  11. Jingle bells Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  12. Silent night Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  13. Carol of the bells Bill Cunliffe 0:30
  14. I’ll be home for Christmas Bill Cunliffe 0:30

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That Time of Year – Bill Cunliffe

Following review from All About Jazz

There’s always the danger of getting all schmaltzy with Christmas music, but jazz people are hipper than average and can usually come up with something appropriately cool to spin around holiday time. That’s exactly what pianist/composer Bill Cunliffe has done with That Time of Year.

Cunliffe is a versatile artist who is comfortable in any size ensemble—from his Blues and the Abstract Truth, Take 2 (Resonance Records, 2008) to his Grammy-winning arrangement on Resonance Big Band’s Plays Tribute to Oscar Peterson (Resonance, 2009)—but the Christmas mood finds him going it alone, showcasing his considerable piano chops on a set that opens with a contemplative and tranquil turn on “Angels From the Realms of Glory” which, rather than sounding hip, has a feeling of deep reverence.

It’s the second cut, “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen” that announces the jazz tinge to the music, with a bluesy, rollicking take on this familiar tune. “On a Christmas Day” brings in a stately atmosphere, a religious hue to the sound, leading into the crisp and jaunty “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy.”

Cunliffe opens up that most familiar of Christmas tunes, “Jingle Bells,” as a ballad, before shifting into a jazzier gear, a high-RPM workout as cool as the Bill Evans Trio’s rendition of “Santa Claus is Coming to Town” from Trio 64 (Verve Records, 1964). “Silent Night” is simply beautiful in Cunliffe’s hands, at a slower tempo that allows the savoring of every resonant note, while “Carol of the Bells” is edgy and dark-toned, until it slips into a bouncy stride piano groove.

The set closes with vocalist Denise Donatelli sitting in on “I’ll be Home for Christmas.” It is a wistful, soulful and hopeful late night close to an excellent Christmas set.

Night Is Alive’s First Christmas by the NIA All-Stars

NIGHT IS ALIVE’S
FIRST CHRISTMAS
THE NEW ALBUM BY

THE NIGHT IS ALIVE ALL-STARS
AVAILABLE NOW

HELLO, CHRISTMAS!

AVAILABLE ON ALL MAJOR STREAMING PLATFORMS.

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