Saguenay-born pianist and composer Gentiane MG (Gentiane Michaud Gagnon) has released her fourth album, *Can You Hear the Birds?* A fully realized and deeply resonant work, *Can You Hear the Birds?* marks a pivotal moment in the artistic journey of this leading figure in contemporary Canadian jazz. At the heart of the album lies a guiding idea that Gentiane describes as a connection to others in all their forms: a connection to human beings, to the natural world, to the creat

Jazz musician Carl Mayotte today unveils his fifth album, Claude. A poignant tribute to the memory of his father, whom he lost in 2024, the album explores a rich emotional spectrum, blending light and nostalgia. Each composition evokes a memory shared with his father: car rides in Loretteville when he was eight years old, late-night jam sessions in the family basement, and their shared passion for Jimi Hendrix. This project also allowed the bassist to collaborate with artists

Four years after the release of her first EP, Résurgence, Quebec City saxophonist Maude Fortier returns with a brand new album, Echoes of Change. After months of creation, this new album, which includes original compositions, marks a turning point in the artist's career. Rooted in jazz tradition, Echoes of Change offers a sonic journey into the heart of the artist's doubts, dreams, and hopes. Each piece is an intimate page from the life of a young adult coming of age, written

Another Space is the second album by guitarist Mike Bruzzese, released on Bent River Records on April 17th, 2026. A deeply collaborative and expressive project, the record captures the spirit of imagination, connection, and shared artistry that shaped its creation. Through nuanced compositions and inspired performances, Bruzzese and his collaborators carve out a musical landscape that feels both intimate and expansive— “another space” where sound, feeling, and friendship inte