Based out in L.A., Resonance Records are setting a new standard in modern, instrumental jazz on CD and DVD. The label has a number of solid releases including a splendid 2008 CD from famed pianist Mike Garson, entitled Conversations With My Family. Garson has played his outstanding grand piano for David Bowie for over 35 years and he was first appreciated by Bowie fans for his scintillating piano work on Aladdin Sane in ‘73. Garson’s 2008 CD for Resonance features 22 new originals that create a wild, orchestral jazz fusion panorama of sounds. Described as a different kind of chill-out record,’ Conversations also pairs Garson with some fine players including Gary Novak on drums. Like all Resonance releases, Mike’s CD also features excellent packaging, a detailed CD booklet plus an accompanying DVD that captures a live in concert set from May 7, 2006 with Garson and his band, including drummer Peter Erskine. www.ResonanceRecords.org

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