Keenan McKenzie Durham, North Carolina
Keenan McKenzie is a Durham-based saxophone and clarinet player, specializing in dance-oriented music. In addition to leading his own band, the Riffers, he appears with The Mint Julep Jazz Band, Michael Gamble, Jonathan Stout, The Rhythm Serenaders, and The Shakedown. ... more
Keenan McKenzie recommends:
All Cooped Up - Quarantine EP
by Jonathan Stout
Jonathan's latest EP features 5 clever guitar arrangements (including one of of my tunes!) - if you dig this, you should also check out his previous release, "Pick it and Play It"
go to album
Latch Onto That Rhythm (Isolation Sessions #1)
by Michael Gamble and his Very Swinging Friends
Michael coordinated the recording of FOUR quarantine EPs this summer! You'll hear well-known swing musicians from across the US, and you'd almost believe it was recorded live in a club. Enjoy!
go to album
Tribute to Louis Armstrong & His All-Stars / Live at Lindy Focus
by Gordon Au
I had the privilege of being a part of this show back in December. An unforgettable night of music, with many highlights, including stellar band-leading and playing by trumpeter Gordon Au.
go to albumIf you like Keenan McKenzie, you may also like:
This Year's Kisses
by Brooks Prumo Orchestra
supported by 76 fans who also own “The Dwindling Light by the Sea”
The laid-back groove of the Brooks Prumo Orchestra hits the sweet spot. This is fine swing without any try-hard hype. The studio mix is balanced, and it hops and slides like music should (unlike some other contemporary jazz). "Out of Nowhere" is outstanding: inspired arrangement, knockout playing, genuine emotion. The vocal numbers get better with every listen, and "Blue Lester" has about it a certain sunburn-on-your-skin mint julep nighttime ease.
go to album
Effervescent Swing (Isolation Sessions #2)
by Michael Gamble and his Very Swinging Friends
Celebrated pianist and bandleader Joey Alexander comes into his own as a jazz composer on his debut release.
go to album
