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Michel Bisceglia - All About Stories (feat. Randy Brecker & Bob Mintzer)

Mitchel Forman - Here There and Everywhere

Tommy gave his fans an opportunity to do whatever they wanted with the 5 tracks from his recent video "The Journey". So I took the tracks and mixed them down to my specs...enjoy!

The Journey (My mix of Tommy Emmanuel song)

Tommy Emmanuel's first single off his upcoming release "It's Never Too Late", out September 18th on CGP Sounds/Thirty Tigers Records

Blood Brother

Scottish Saxophone Ensemble live at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2015. Excerpt from Bob Mintzer - Saxophone Quartet, 3rd mov.

SSE Live  - Bob Mintzer 3rd mov (excerpt)

06 Gibraltar w/ Bob Mintzer

03 Rise & Fall

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©2011 by Mike Prigodich.

Downloads of these tracks will be available on Bandcamp. This is from our 2011-11-25 gig at Jimmy Mak's in Portland, Oregon. MPEG (Melz/Prigodich/Erskine Group) -- Featuring Mike Prigodich (piano), John Nastos (sax), Damian Erskine (bass), Reinhardt Melz (drums), Rafael Trujillo (congas). The video quality isn't great using my old Zoom Q3 (not the HD version, just a single camera angle), but I merged in a mix from the board recording so it sounds pretty good considering we haven't rehearsed for over a year.

Thanks to Tony Stovin for running sound that night and recording the gig with his Pro Tools rig. Thanks also to David Mathew for mixing the raw tracks to get things sounding as good as possible (EQ, volume levels, panning, and other magic tricks).

Kate's Antic (for Rob Lucke) by Mike Prigodich  -- 2011-11-25

Play Structure by Mike Prigodich  -- 2011-11-25

Short Stories

Regina

Summer [Working]

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Quotes:
"I knew this guy was up to something; what a great disc! Beautifully written and played with passion and intensity by an excellent band. This is one of those CDs that you want to hear again as soon as it's finished. Bravo Mike!" -- George Whitty (Brecker Brothers)

"Watch out for this guy! Mike is terribly brave, adventurous, playful, and adept. As his compositions and playing demonstrate, Mr. Prigodich is a rising talent following his creative muse fearlessly to wherever it takes him. Kudos Mr. P!" -- David Goldblatt (Tribal Tech)

"This is band is top shelf; they were super tight and super exciting." -- George Colligan (Jack DeJohnette, Lenny White)

"I definitely hear a Chick influence in your playing and writing. I'm flattered that you cite me as an influence." -- Andy Milne (Dapp Theory)

"Very cool Mike!! Love the bridge and the keyboard solo. You can definitely play!!" -- Steve Porcaro (Toto)

Reviews:
All About Jazz -- "Prigodich is an excellent keyboardist, but it's his writing that really stands out. There is a liveliness and emotional connection to much of this music that makes it immediately endearing. His band is tight and funky, with an ability to groove that puts many better-known fusion outfits to shame."

Audiophile Audition -- "What do Chick Corea and Spinal Tap have in common? That would be Portland keyboardist Mike Prigodich."

No Treble -- ‎"The album’s intriguing melodies, odd time signatures, and ear-bending harmonies make it a stand-out album in the world of fusion."

The Virginian-Pilot -- "11 musically adventurous/challenging tracks that are, at times, mind-boggling in their intensity."

Inside MusiCast Album Of The Day on Monday, June 13, 2011 -- "A tour de force that would certainly get the respect of Prigodich’s muse Chick Corea. In the tradition of The Yellowjackets, The Brecker Brothers, Hiromi and others, the 11 tracks on A STITCH IN TIME cover a vast fusion landscape of complex proportions that’ll have you wondering how an artist like Mike Prigodich could ever consider sitting on the sidelines. The entire project is an incredibly satisfying ride."

All About Jazz -- "Prigodich speaks a musical language all his own, one born of a voice that elevates his instrument far beyond its realm into one where mystery and magic meet."

Sea Of Tranquility -- "Prigodich infuses every second of his debut album [with] style, grace, and wonderful musicality. [His] affirmation for life comes through with every note, and the album feels like a celebration of music."

The Urban Flux -- "This is what great music and musicianship is all about."

Music In Portland -- "Mike offers melodic breadth with very defined piano craft. He is an astonishing musician and a brilliant composer. His original works are studies in precision. They are demanding and they require the very best of musicians to perform them. He has gathered the best of the best and the results are scintillating." 

About:
Over the past two years Mike Prigodich’s jazz-fusion compositions have begun attracting attention from many well-known national artists. For him, becoming a cancer patient in 2008 was the big wake-up call that got him to start writing new music, construct a band, start booking gigs, and pursue his dream of becoming a professional jazz musician. According to Prigodich, fellow cancer survivor Lance Armstrong inspired all this. Mike went on to raise over $10,000 on kickstarter.com in 2010 to fund this project which features Damian Erskine, Reinhardt Melz, John Nastos, Brandon Woody, Rafael Trujillo, Patrick Lamb, Tim Jensen, and Paul Mazzio. Emmy award-winning David Mathew also was on board to produce the project. “A Stitch in Time" is a breakout album for Prigodich, who says; “This album is a literally a dream come true and something I've wanted to do since childhood, but it took the life-changing event of a cancer diagnosis to give me the motivation I needed to make it happen. Like Lance Armstrong winning his first Tour de France, this project became my way to LIVESTRONG. It was a great honor and pleasure to work with these incredible musicians and hear my compositions come to life. I look forward to creating more great music in the years to come." Prigodich currently resides in Portland, Oregon and enjoys playing with some of the finest musicians in town who are up to the task of performing his extremely challenging, but accessible compositions. Check out “A Stitch in Time” from Mike Prigodich. A lesson in compositional brilliance coupled with top musicianship alongside one very inspirational story. ENJOY!

All compositions written by Mike Prigodich (Mexican Mocha Music / BMI)
Arranged by Mike Prigodich and Reinhardt Melz

Recorded by Dean Baskerville at Crossroads Productions, Vancouver, WA. Assisted by Benjamin Wood
Additional recording by: David Mathew at ITB, Portland, OR; Mark Griffith at East West Studios, Milwaukie, OR
Mixed by David Mathew at ITB, Portland, OR; Mastered by Steve Hall at Future Disc, McMinnville, OR
Crossroads Productions Studio Manager: Benjamin Wood; Piano Technician: Linda Scott, RPT; Design: Tom Mills; 
Photography: Cortney Erskine, David Mathew, Mike Dehen; Legal: Ted Graffam

℗ and © 2011 Mexican Mocha Music. All rights reserved. 
Unauthorized duplication is a violation of applicable laws. Made in the USA. MPCD-01

See http://www.mikeprigodich.com for more information. 

Mike Prigodich performed on a Steinway D 9-foot concert grand piano, a Korg M50 synthesizer workstation, and a Yamaha Motif-Rack XS sound module.
Damian Erskine uses a Skjold 6-string “Erskine Model” signature bass, Aguilar amplification, D’Addario strings, Planet Waves cables and tuners, iGIG gig bags and cases, Gruv Gear carts.
John Nastos performs on a Patrick Springer tenor saxophone mouthpiece.
Patrick Lamb uses Cannonball saxophones and JodyJazz mouthpieces.

Funded in part via Kickstarter.com. Thanks to all donors for making this recording possible. 

Gold Donors:
Rob Lucke

Bronze Donors:
Justin Brown
Rick Cooper
Robert Hollinger
Craig Thomas
Neil Steiner

Chaos Theory - Mike Prigodich: piano, keyboards * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion

Spanish Swordfight (for Adric) - Mike Prigodich: piano * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion * Toshi Onizuka: palmas

A Measure Of Luck - Mike Prigodich: piano * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion * Paul Mazzio: flugelhorn

At Sixes And Sevens - Mike Prigodich: piano, keyboards * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion

Anneka's Dance (Fantasy And Allusion) - Mike Prigodich: piano * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * Tim Jensen: flute

The Wizard Of Odd (for Reinhardt Wolfgang Melz) - Mike Prigodich: piano, keyboards * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion * Paul Mazzio: trumpet

A Stitch In Time - Mike Prigodich: piano * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar

Coreatown - Mike Prigodich: piano * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion

Wishful Thinking - Mike Prigodich: piano * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax

Nigel's Theme (This One Goes To Eleven) - Mike Prigodich: piano, keyboards * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * John Nastos: sax * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion

Stevieland - Mike Prigodich: piano * Damian Erskine: bass * Reinhardt Melz: drums * Patrick Lamb: sax * Paul Mazzio: trumpet * Brandon Woody: guitar * Rafael Trujillo: percussion

Digital booklet available here: http://www.mikeprigodich.com/store/StitchInTimeBooklet.pdf

A Measure of Luck

At Sixes and Sevens

Anneka's Dance (Fantasy and Allusion)

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Quotes:
"I knew this guy was up to something; what a great disc! Beautifully written and played with passion and intensity by an excellent band. This is one of those CDs that you want to hear again as soon as it's finished. Bravo Mike!" -- George Whitty (Brecker Brothers)

"Watch out for this guy! Mike is terribly brave, adventurous, playful, and adept. As his compositions and playing demonstrate, Mr. Prigodich is a rising talent following his creative muse fearlessly to wherever it takes him. Kudos Mr. P!" -- David Goldblatt (Tribal Tech)

"This is band is top shelf; they were super tight and super exciting." -- George Colligan (Jack DeJohnette, Lenny White)

"I definitely hear a Chick influence in your playing and writing. I'm flattered that you cite me as an influence." -- Andy Milne (Dapp Theory)

"Very cool Mike!! Love the bridge and the keyboard solo. You can definitely play!!" -- Steve Porcaro (Toto)

Reviews:
All About Jazz -- "Prigodich is an excellent keyboardist, but it's his writing that really stands out. There is a liveliness and emotional connection to much of this music that makes it immediately endearing. His band is tight and funky, with an ability to groove that puts many better-known fusion outfits to shame."

Audiophile Audition -- "What do Chick Corea and Spinal Tap have in common? That would be Portland keyboardist Mike Prigodich."

No Treble -- ‎"The album’s intriguing melodies, odd time signatures, and ear-bending harmonies make it a stand-out album in the world of fusion."

The Virginian-Pilot -- "11 musically adventurous/challenging tracks that are, at times, mind-boggling in their intensity."

Inside MusiCast Album Of The Day on Monday, June 13, 2011 -- "A tour de force that would certainly get the respect of Prigodich’s muse Chick Corea. In the tradition of The Yellowjackets, The Brecker Brothers, Hiromi and others, the 11 tracks on A STITCH IN TIME cover a vast fusion landscape of complex proportions that’ll have you wondering how an artist like Mike Prigodich could ever consider sitting on the sidelines. The entire project is an incredibly satisfying ride."

All About Jazz -- "Prigodich speaks a musical language all his own, one born of a voice that elevates his instrument far beyond its realm into one where mystery and magic meet."

Sea Of Tranquility -- "Prigodich infuses every second of his debut album [with] style, grace, and wonderful musicality. [His] affirmation for life comes through with every note, and the album feels like a celebration of music."

The Urban Flux -- "This is what great music and musicianship is all about."

Music In Portland -- "Mike offers melodic breadth with very defined piano craft. He is an astonishing musician and a brilliant composer. His original works are studies in precision. They are demanding and they require the very best of musicians to perform them. He has gathered the best of the best and the results are scintillating." 

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About MPEG

The Melz/Prigodich/Erskine Group (aka MPEG) features the best original jazz fusion to come out of the Pacific Northwest with some of the best players on the West Coast. Mike Prigodich on piano is joined by the blow your mind rhythm section of master drummer Reinhardt Melz, bass virtuoso Damian Erskine, along with the superb tenor sax work of John Nastos. If you enjoy the music of Chick Corea, Return To Forever, Yellowjackets, Michael Brecker, Hiromi, etc., you'll love the fusion compositions of Mike Prigodich combining Jazz, Prog Rock, Afro-Cuban, Latin, Brazilian, Flamenco, Funk, as well as world music influences from the Middle East, Africa, Ireland, etc. 

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©2012 Mexican Mocha Music 
All compositions written by Mike Prigodich (Mexican Mocha Music/BMI) 

This is from our April 6, 2012 gig at Jimmy Mak's in Portland, Oregon. MPEG (Melz/Prigodich/Erskine Group) -- Featuring Mike Prigodich (piano), John Nastos (sax), Damian Erskine (bass), Reinhardt Melz (drums). 

Engineer: Tony Stovin 
Mixed by: David Mathew 
Graphic Design: Edwin Ouellette 
Photos: Byron O'Brien

released 26 April 2012

Haiku

Jonathan Orland: saxophones alto et soprano
Sharik Hasan: piano
Greg Duncan: guitar
George Garzone: saxophone tenor (tracks 1, 7 & 8 )
Lim Yang: double bass
Jun Young song: batterie

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Jonathan Orland - "Homes" - In Your Own Sweet Way

Jean-Marie Machado: piano & arrangements
André Minvielle: vocals
Danzas

More infos about "Le Fête à Boby"  http://bit.ly/PWNLQz


Jean-Marie Machado feat. André Minvielle - "La Fête à Boby" - L'Hélicon

Stefan Rusconi: Piano 
Fabian Gisler: Double-bass 
Claudio Strüby: Drums

Learn more about RUSCONI: http://bit.ly/OH7QYZ 
More infos about Revolution: http://bit.ly/PojYBy

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RUSCONI - "Revolution" - Tempelhof (radio edit)

Tommy Emmanuel - House Of The Rising Sun

From the first album "Mars" of Macha Gharibian to be released on BEE JAZZ the 22th January 2013.
Composed by Macha Gharibian

Concert : 31th January - Studio de l'Ermitage (Paris)

Macha Gharibian : voice, piano & fender rhodes
David Potaux-Razel : guitar
Théo Girard : bass
Fabrice Moreau : drums

More infos : http://www.beejazz.com/blog/album/mars/
On Qobuz : http://www.qobuz.com/album/mars-macha-gharibian/3760002140919

Contact label : contact@beejazz.com

MACHA GHARIBIAN - "Mars" -Ritual prayer

No one can do it alone. We all try, but the wisest of us find out that the way is much better if we have help from our friends and significant others. Together we can accomplish anything “With You By My side”!  Written by Veit Renn and Erly Thornton.  Produced by Veit Renn for Renn Music Productions.

With You By My Side

Remember when songs were so funky that you had no choice but to dance? It's an involuntary movement of your head. Before you know it your thoughts have turned from the mundane to happier times and now you are moving more than your head. You raise your hands in the air as you really haven't heard a song like this in a while, since College or High School even! Man this song is Groovy! “(Gr00ve-E-Lay-Shus)”  Written by Erly Thornton.  Produced by Veit Renn for Renn Music Productions

Grooveelatious

Many songs have been written about the experience of driving. Usually it is about the particular road but occasion- ally it is about the vehicle. If the driving experience is incredible enough, it doesn’t matter what road you are on, you take your experience with you everywhere. Driving my wife’s E-Class Mercedes inspired this song.  Written by Erly Thornton and Veit Renn.  Produced by Veit Renn for Renn Music Productions.

E-Class

The title of this song is defined as “To board a vessel or aircraft as in the start of a journey; To set out on an adventure; To commence”. I like the sound of that, don’t you? The hardest thing about a journey is making the decision to take it in the first place. Whatever your journey will turn out to be, I hope this song helps you to get the hard thing out of the way: “Making the decision to Embark”.  Written by Erly Thornton and Veit Renn.  Produced by Veit Renn for Renn Music Productions.

Embarkation

Imagine this: The last file is put away, the last brick laid, no more phone calls, and I Am Out Of Here! It is time to go, but I don't feel like going home just yet! I’ve been working hard, I should be tired, but all of a sudden I’m full of energy because I know it is time to ENJOY the fruits of my labors! As I crank up the radio and listen to this driving beat, I know It’s time to "Call it A Day".

Call It A Day

From the new album "Tranz Denied" by Magic Malik  to be released on BEE JAZZ September 12th 2013.



Magic Malik : Vocals/flute/Senza & Keyboards
DJ Oil : Laptop & Electronics
Gilbert Nouno : Laptop & Electronics
Hubert Motteau :  Drums

More infos : 
http://www.beejazz.com/blog/album/tranz-denied/
On Qobuz : http://bit.ly/12ieIph

Magic Malik is on Facebook : http://on.fb.me/ZLmK7R

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Contact booking : Mélodyn
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MAGIC MALIK - "Tranz Denied" - 渋谷 (SHIBUYA) MEMORIES

Mike Prigodich is a dynamic jazz fusion pianist and composer renowned for his innovative compositions and electrifying performances. Drawing inspiration from jazz legends like Chick Corea, Mike's work transcends genre boundaries, combining jazz with elements from around the world, including Latin, rock, and world music traditions, creating a distinctive sound that captivates audiences worldwide.

In 2011, Prigodich released his debut studio album, A Stitch in Time, featuring bassist Damian Erskine, drummer Reinhardt Melz, saxophonist John Nastos, and other musicians. The album garnered critical acclaim for its complex compositions and emotional depth. Esteemed artists have praised Prigodich's work.

Prigodich creates some of the finest original jazz fusion globally. His compositions are celebrated for their intriguing melodies, odd time signatures, and ear-bending harmonies, making them stand-out pieces in the world of fusion. 

Beyond his musical achievements, Prigodich's personal journey is inspiring. A cancer diagnosis in 2008 served as a catalyst for him to pursue his dream of becoming a professional jazz musician. He successfully raised over $10,000 through Kickstarter to fund A Stitch in Time, demonstrating his determination and the support of his growing fan base.

Prigodich's contributions to jazz fusion continue to influence and inspire, solidifying his place as a significant figure in contemporary jazz.