A boutique record label showcasing select artists based out of Toronto and New York.
Avi Granite 6 - Operator (PMR016)
Avi Granite 6 presents their most succinct and focussed studio recording to date. Operator brings together an all-star cast of Toronto's finest jazz musicians for an energetic and dynamic set of original compositions.
Featuring: Jim Lewis (Flugelhorn), Peter Lutek (Soprano/Tenor Saxophone), Tom Richards (Trombone), Avi Granite (Guitar), Neal Davis (Bass), Ted Warren (Drums)
Available
Avi Granite - In Good Hands (PMR015)
Canadian Composer/Guitarist Avi Granite celebrates his musical roots by spotlighting some of Canada's finest musicians. Recorded at Union Sound Company in Toronto, this limited vinyl release features 11 of Canada's top jazz musicians performing Granite's original compositions.
Featuring: Pat LaBarbera (Tenor Saxophone), Ted Warren (Drums), Scott Peterson (Bass), Jim Lewis (Flugelhorn), Ted Quinlan (Guitar), Brian Kobayakawa (Bass), Peter Lutek (Bassoon), Neal Davis (Bass), Brian Dickinson (Piano), Tom Richards (Trombone), Nick Fraser (Drums)
Available
Andrew James Barker - Northern Rustico (PMR014)
Toronto guitarist/composer at his most adventurous. Stylistically open-ended and harmonically rich, Northern Rustico showcases Barker's unique voice and compositional vision.
Featuring: Andrew James Barker (Guitars, Lap Steel, Synth, Bass), Mack Longpre, Neal Davis, Michael Herring, James McKie, Braxton Raymond, Ken Yoshioka
Available
Daniel Carter and Avi Granite - Together Song (PMR013)
The improvisations of Daniel Carter and Avi Granite Vol. 1. NYC free jazz legend Daniel Carter and Canadian guitarist Avi Granite debut their duet explorations. Recorded at Bunker Studios, Brooklyn, NY.
Featuring: Daniel Carter (Flute, Clarinet, Trumpet, Tenor Saxophone), Avi Granite (Electric Guitar)
Available
Avi Granite 6 - Orbit (PMR012)
The long awaited 2nd studio album from the AG6. A modern neo-jazz sextet, Orbit marks ten years since the group's debut. Features all original compositions by Avi Granite.
Featuring: Jim Lewis (Trumpet), Peter Lutek (Reeds), Tom Richards (Trombone), Avi Granite (Guitar), Neal Davis (Bass), Ted Warren (Drums)
Limited edition 12" vinyl or digital download
David Mott and Vinny Golia - Have You Heard? (PMR011)
Baritone saxophone virtuosos David Mott and Vinny Golia debut their collaborative work. Beautifully captured improvised exchanges between two masters of the baritone saxophone.
Featuring: David Mott (Baritone Saxophone), Vinny Golia (Baritone Saxophone)
Out of print
3l3ct - Building Castles
The micro-EP debut from 3l3ct explores electronic sonic textures and ambient soundscapes.
Available
Greg de Denus - Solo Piano, Live at Gallery 345 (PMR009)
Pianist and composer Greg de Denus presents his solo debut. An intimate and compelling set of original compositions recorded live at Gallery 345 in Toronto.
Featuring: Greg de Denus (Piano)
Available
Avi Granite's Verse - Snow Umbrellas (PMR008)
Guitarist and composer Avi Granite presents his 3rd CD as a leader. The debut release of Verse features a new body of work with NYC trumpeter Ralph Alessi.
Featuring: Ralph Alessi (Trumpet), Avi Granite (Guitar), Jerry DeVore (Bass), Owen Howard (Drums)
Available
ENGINE - START
The music of this exciting and new quintet presents a strong current of modern creative jazz. ENGINE boasts a highly tuned sense of pacing and dynamic interplay.
Featuring: Peter Lutek (Reeds), Greg de Denus (Piano), Tom Richards (Trombone), Dan Fortin (Bass), Ethan Ardelli (Drums)
Limited CDs available (contact to order)
Red Blue Green - Transparent Thesis
Red Blue Green is a progressive acoustic jazz trio based in Toronto. They explore and deconstruct the balance between composition and improvisation.
Featuring: Tom Richards (Piano), Andrew Pacheco (Bass), Jay Sussman (Drums)
Limited CDs available (contact to order)
Urs Blochlinger Tribute
A tribute to the great Swiss saxophonist and composer Urs Blochlinger by a stellar international band.
Featuring: Neal Davis (Bass), Dieter Ulrich (Drums), Christoph Baumann (Piano), Peter Lutek (Reeds), Tom Richards (Trombone), Kelly Jefferson (Soprano Saxophone)
Limited CDs available (contact to order)
Avi Granite:6 - Red Tree
The 'Avi Granite:6' is a neo-jazz group out of Toronto. Red Tree features all original compositions by Avi Granite. Released November 2007.
Featuring: Chris Roberts (Alto Saxophone), Jon Kay (Tenor Saxophone), Tom Richards (Trombone), Avi Granite (Guitar), Neal Davis (Bass), Nick Fraser (Drums)
Available
Avi Granite - Avi Granite:5
Avi Granite's modern jazz concept includes three studio tracks and two tracks recorded live at The Rex in Toronto.
Featuring: Tom Richards (Trombone), Neal Davis (Bass), Kevin Brow (Drums), Fraser Calhoun (Alto Saxophone), Jon Kay (Tenor Saxophone)
Out of print
Nautilus - Improvised Organic Breaks
Electronica influenced live trio, Nautilus improvised this album in one long studio session. Released November 2004.
Featuring: Avi Granite (Guitar), Scott Peterson (Bass), Kevin Howley (Drums)
Out of print