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Philly Soul Strut by Medler Sextet

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Album Title: River Paths
Label: OA2 Records
Released: 2025

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Through six original compositions, filled with soulful grooves, rich harmony, and reflections of Mingus, George Russell, and Gil Evans, bassist

Ben Medler

trombone

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Michelle Medler

saxophone

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Clay Giberson

keyboards

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Todd Bishop

drums
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Paul Mazzio

trumpet

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" data-original-title="" title="">John Moak completing the front line. Together they deliver the strutting, swinging ��Subway Jam,�� the brightly uplifting title track, and ��Smoldering,�� with its moody, languid, bolero undercurrent. Filled with thoughtful orchestrations and an array of captivating moods, River Paths is a riveting set of music.

Tracks

Subway Jam (Morning); River Paths; Smoldering; Philly Soul Strut; Night Party; Subway Jam (Evening).

Personnel

Medler Sextet

band / ensemble / orchestra

Paul Mazzio

trumpet

Michelle Medler

saxophone

John Moak

trombone

Clay Giberson

keyboards

Ben Medler

trombone

Todd Bishop

drums

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River Paths by Jack Bowers

Date featured

April 6, 2025

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