Joe Magnarelli - New York Osaka Junction (2022)

NYC is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, Osaka will arguably make the second place in that category.

Joe Magnarelli in the past made a couple "junction" albums but this could be the ultimate junction connecting the NY trumpeter with dynamic Osaka-born B-3 player Tsuruga. They are joined by the ace baritone player Gary Smulyan, sharing front line that will make it probably the first trumpet-baritone-organ band.

"Joe is known for his engaging, melodically-rich lines, and his powerhouse rhythm." - Zan Stewart

Joe Magnarelli: trumpet, fluegelhorn
Gary Smulyan: baritone saxophone
Akiko Tsuruga: B3 Hammond organ
Rudy Royston: drums