ALBUM RELEASE:
‘LIVE AT DIZZY’S CLUB’
‘Live at Dizzy’s Club’ is the debut LIVE album by pianist Marius Van Den Brink. Recorded at one of New York City's premier jazz venues, Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center, this album promises to make a significant impact on the global jazz scene.
The album showcases an exceptional band, featuring Sean Jones, Noah Halpern, Stacy Dillard, Matt Penman, and Willie Jones III. Marius’s original compositions, which have received high praise from many influential figures in jazz, are central to this release.
Jim Rotondi remarked, “The writing truly knocked me out.”
‘Live at Dizzy’s Club’ follows Marius’ critically acclaimed album ‘New York Knock,’ which spent 11 consecutive weeks in the JazzWeek top 50. It was also highlighted by Ruth Fisher from Jazz FM UK, who named it one of her favorites of the year, earning accolades from various notable jazz personalities.
‘Live at Dizzy’s Club’ has been released on February 6th, along with three album release concerts at Dizzy’s Club on February 6, 7, and 8.
NEW YORK KNOCK
the album has been released ON JANUARY 14TH AT a sold out DIZZY'S CLUB, jazz at lincoln center
Award winning jazz pianist and composer Marius Van Den Brink’s album 'New York Knock' features a supergroup of jazz musicians consisting of Sean Jones, Stacy Dillard, Matt Penman, Willie Jones III, and Keita Ogawa. In addition, several special guests like Maurice Brown and Ara Dinkjian make appearances throughout the album.
Renowned trumpet player and composer Sean Jones, compares Marius' writing to that of a contemporary Horace Silver. This is no small feat, given that Silver is one of the most influential jazz pianists and composers of the 20th century. The album contains solely Marius' authentic compositions, which, besides Sean Jones, have gained recognition from numerous highly esteemed jazz musicians.
An Introspective Journey
The album title track and it's first to be released single ‘New York Knock’ tells the compelling story of Marius’ experience of moving to New York City after being born and raised in a tiny village in the northern part of the Netherlands. ‘Knock’ serves as a synonym for ‘wake up call’, symbolizing Marius’ realization of the vibrant music culture in New York and how that has changed him and his playing. ‘It is also a reminder to myself to keep going out, meet new musicians, play together and to listen to music. New York is a place where you can get life changing opportunities if you’re at the right place and time.’ The song features master jazz trumpeter Sean Jones.
After making a name for himself among jazz enthusiasts worldwide with his previous album "Blauw," featuring Jeff 'Tain' Watts and Ingrid Jensen, Marius’ album "New York Knock" promises to take his career to even greater heights. What makes this album stand out is Marius distinct style of composition along with a personal story woven into each song. This combined with the exceptional musicianship results in a truly unique and memorable musical voyage.
The album release accompanied by the album release concert took place on January 14th ’24 at a sold out Dizzy’s Club, Jazz at Lincoln Center.
