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"It absolutely cooks here.” – NPR American rising star collective New Jazz Underground merges traditional jazz with the modern influence of swing, hip-hop, house/afro-beat, and Afro-Cuban music. Millions of listeners were introduced to their undeniably fresh sound through viral videos, featuring the band's exuberant chemistry, effortless musicality, and raw ambition. After meeting as students at The Juilliard School, core members Sebastian Rios (bassist/composer) and TJ Reddick (drummer) began playing in the parks of NYC during lock-down in 2020 and frequently collaborating with pianist Emmet Cohen. Releases such as MF Doom Suite, Harlem to Havana, and cook/swing/work/relax demonstrate their reverence towards jazz icons, yet establish their own voice and new sounds that transcend ge... more...