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Anne Hills honours songwriter Michael Smith with this 2025 release. Scott Petito played basses, guitars and keyboards, co-produced the project and recorded, mixed and mastered the album at NRS Recording Studio.

The seventh studio album from the pioneering acid jazz collective, recorded on a road trip from Woodstock to Muscle Shoals’ Fame Studios, with additional sessions at NRS Studios. Features guest trumpet from Randy Brecker and tabla from Prabhu Edouard.

Experimental jazz project recorded live at NRS Recording Studio. Scott Petito plays both acoustic and electric bass and oversees the recording and mastering.

Jazz — at its most essential — is conversation. It’s not just notes on a page, but the dialogue between human voices through instruments. In their 2025 release Memories of Home, guitarist John Scofield and bassist Dave Holland take that idea to its most beautiful and distilled form: a duo album that feels like two longtime friends sitting in your living room, speaking through sound.

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Jazz saxophonist Eric Person’s reissued album features a new mix completed in 2024. Scott Petito served as one of the engineers.

“Everybody’s Got A Name” is a jazz album by guitarist Greg Chako, featuring guest appearances by legendary reed player Don Byron and trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis. Originally released in 2008 and reissued in 2024 on Mint 400 Records, the album showcases Chako’s sophisticated guitar work alongside a skilled ensemble including Mark Derose on drums, Yasuhiro Hasegawa on bass, and Hiroshi Tanaka on piano. The album blends contemporary jazz with traditional sensibilities.

The first duo album from Beninese guitarist Lionel Loueke and English bass legend Dave Holland, born from a spontaneous soundcheck improvisation. Recorded at NRS Studio by Scott Petito on August 8-9, 2023, the album features 10 Loueke originals and a rendition of Wayne Shorter’s ‘United.’

Released in August 2024 on Skydeck Music, ‘Old Friends Beckoned, New Sounds Reckoned’ represents a masterful collaboration between saxophonist-composer Matt Steckler and three veteran New York jazz musicians: pianist Yayoi Ikawa, bassist Lonnie Plaxico, and drummer Tony Lewis. The album showcases Steckler’s original compositions performed by a quartet whose deep musical relationships create an artistic synergy that transcends individual prowess.

A conceptual sequel to the critically acclaimed Rainbow Gravity (2018), Many Worlds reimagines the golden era of jazz fusion through a 21st-century lens. Drawing inspiration from quantum physics—specifically Hugh Everett’s Many-Worlds interpretation—Petito crafted an album that exists at the intersection of imagination and technical mastery.

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Long-gestating reunion album from the legendary 1960s blues-rock outfit The Blues Project. Recorded and mixed at Scott Petito’s NRS Recording Studio.

The legendary counter-culture band’s 2023 comeback, combining political satire and folk-rock. Petito co-produced the sessions, played multiple instruments and recorded several tracks at NRS Studio.

Unearthed live recordings from April 1959 at the Multnomah Hotel in Portland, OR and Clark College in Vancouver, WA, captured by pioneering remote engineer Wally Heider just four months before the quartet recorded Time Out. Features the only known recording of the classic quartet performing ‘When the Saints Go Marching In.’

Spry marks guitarist Adam Levy’s return to the instrumental trio format, showcasing his minimalist, deeply intuitive approach to jazz guitar. Released in September 2023 on Lost Wax Records, the album features ten original compositions that favor space, melody, and emotional depth over technical fireworks.

A thrilling concert from Vienna’s Konzerthaus on November 12, 1967 — the only known recording of Brubeck, Wright, and Morello as a trio, after Paul Desmond missed his flight following a late night on Hamburg’s Reeperbahn. Scott Petito remixed and remastered the ORF archive tapes at NRS Studios.

Fade to Blue is the second album by The Levin Brothers, the jazz duo of Tony Levin (bass, Chapman Stick) and Pete Levin (keyboards, Hammond organ). Released in 2022, the album continues the brothers’ exploration of jazz standards and originals with a warm, intimate sound.

Here to Tell the Tale is the third studio album by Lara Hope and the Ark-Tones, released June 25, 2021 on Sower Records and Crazy Love Records, featuring the upstate New York rockabilly band’s signature high-energy blend of roots rock, country, and rockabilly.

A 20-track musical tribute celebrating the 50th anniversary of Allen Ginsberg’s poetry collection ‘The Fall of America,’ featuring artists interpreting the poet’s works to music, some with archival Ginsberg recordings. Dedicated to the late producer Hal Willner.

Empathy is an ambitious five-CD box set documenting the ongoing musical conversation between saxophonist Dave Liebman and pianist Richie Beirach. Recorded between 2016 and 2020 at various locations including CMP Studio in Zerkall, Germany and NRS Recording Studio in Catskill, NY, the collection captures these two jazz masters in solo, duo, trio, and quartet settings.

A collection of gentle piano lullabies recorded by Dave Brubeck near the end of his life. Scott Petito assisted Chris Brubeck in mastering and remixing the album for its 2020 release.

Previously unreleased alternate takes from the legendary 1959 Time Out sessions at Columbia’s 30th Street Studio, released for Dave Brubeck’s 100th birthday. Scott Petito served as restoration engineer, performing sonic archaeology on the original Ampex 3-track tapes at NRS Studios.

Blues Comin’ On is a 2020 studio album by Joe Louis Walker released on Cleopatra Blues on June 5, 2020.

Knock Down the House is the original score to the Netflix documentary following four women candidates during the 2018 midterm elections. The album blends propulsive cues with darker ambient textures, emphasizing the film’s personal stakes and political urgency.

TimeLine celebrates Dave Brubeck’s 1958 State Department tour with freshly arranged compositions. Scott Petito produced and engineered the album.

Rainbow Gravity—named for a theory in quantum physics that challenges the Big Bang and suggests time stretches back infinitely—marks Scott Petito’s bold statement as a composer-bandleader.

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Acoustic blues collaboration released by Alligator Records. Scott Petito served as associate producer and recorded, mixed and mastered the album at NRS Recording Studio, capturing the organic interplay between Joe Louis Walker, Bruce Katz and Giles Robson.

Double-album of free improvisation recorded in 2017 featuring bassist Dave Holland and saxophonist Evan Parker. Scott Petito served as assistant engineer during the recording sessions.

Shatner Claus: The Christmas Album is William Shatner’s 2018 holiday album released on Cleopatra Records, featuring the legendary Star Trek actor’s distinctive spoken-word interpretations of Christmas classics alongside original compositions.

Debut album from drummer Lou Varuzzo blending funk and jazz. Scott Petito recorded and mixed the album at NRS Studios and served as producer.

Folk blues album recorded at several studios including NRS Studio. Scott Petito engineered the sessions at NRS.

The Music In My Head marks Michael Franks’ triumphant return after a seven-year hiatus, his eighteenth studio album and second release with independent label Shanachie Records. This smooth jazz collection represents a deeply personal work, with Franks describing it as “written about my own personal spiritual journey” and exploring themes of love, connection to nature, and the beauty and mystery of existence.

Americana duo Don Haynie and Sheryl Samuel’s heartfelt collection of songs. Scott Petito co-produced the album and played bass and percussion while engineering the recording at his NRS studio.

Hudson is a jazz supergroup featuring Jack DeJohnette on drums, John Scofield on guitar, John Medeski on keyboards, and Larry Grenadier on bass. The self-titled debut, released in June 2017 on Motéma Music, spent 23 weeks on the JazzWeek Radio Charts, reaching #3 for three consecutive weeks.

Careless is a 2016 album by singer-songwriter Richard Shindell, released on Signature Sounds, showcasing his literate songwriting and narrative-driven folk-rock style.

“Waiting For the Stars” is a roots rock and alt-Americana album by Daisycutter, the band fronted by Sara Milonovich, released on October 1, 2016. The album features 11 tracks of atmospheric, powerful original compositions and covers, showcasing Milonovich’s captivating vocals and her multi-instrumental prowess on acoustic and electric fiddles, baritone fiddle, and percussion. Produced by Greg Anderson, the album was recorded at four studios across upstate New York.

The Avalanches’ long-awaited second album, 16 years after Since I Left You, is a kaleidoscopic sample collage featuring an all-star cast of guest vocalists and musicians across 21 tracks. Jonathan Donahue’s vocals on ‘Colours’ and ‘Harmony’ were recorded by Scott Petito at NRS Studios in Catskill, NY.

Antje’s 4th studio release centers around themes of courage, resilience and striving for something better. It boasts an impressive cast of folk royalty including Shawn Mullins, Anais Mitchell, Richard Shindell, Liz Longley and John Gorka. Produced by Scott Petito at NRS Studios, Catskill, NY.

Jazz flugelhorn virtuoso Ron Helman traveled from Santa Fe to record at NRS, enlisting vibraphonist Mike Mainieri (producer), Rachel Z, James Genus, David Spinozza, Joel Rosenblatt, with special guest Ann Hampton Callaway and Steve Wilson on sax. Reviewed in DownBeat magazine.

Self-produced album by Mercury Rev; Scott Petito contributed electric bass and guitar on select tracks.

Tribute album to songwriter Laura Nyro. Scott Petito produced the record and played bass and guitar, also recording, mixing and mastering the sessions at NRS Recording Studio.

Circulation: The Music of Gary McFarland presents 11 new interpretations of McFarland tunes by The Gary McFarland Legacy Ensemble.

“Grateful” is an album by the jazz ensemble Open Book, released in 2015 on their independent label Open Book Music. The album showcases the group’s approach to contemporary jazz with original compositions and sophisticated ensemble playing. As a self-released project, “Grateful” represents the band’s commitment to artistic independence and their ability to produce professional-quality recordings on their own terms.

Deep Blue is Billie Rainbird’s debut full-length album, due out May 27, 2015, and recorded at Simon Phillips’ Phantom Recording Studio in Los Angeles.

“Like You Were Here” is a soulful album by blues/soul artist Billie Rainbird, released in 2015. The eight-song collection helped establish Rainbird’s following with its emotionally resonant performances and soul-influenced arrangements. Rainbird’s vocal approach blends traditional blues sensibilities with contemporary soul production, creating intimate recordings that connect directly with listeners.

“Silver” is Kat Mills’ fourth album, released in 2015 on her own Sweetcut Music label. The album reunites Mills with long-time collaborator Scott Petito and features groovy, striking, and honest songwriting with warm arrangements spanning soul to folk. Mills’ smooth alto voice shines throughout the album, supported by exceptional musicianship and thoughtful production. The album was funded through a successful online fan campaign, demonstrating Mills’ strong connection with her audience.

“The Feral Crow” is a compelling album by blues and folk artist Scott Ainslie, featuring his rich baritone voice and powerful storytelling. The album covers a wide range of subjects, from a motorcycle accident to the kidnapping of a South African human rights advocate, while also including love songs and the anti-war anthem “Don’t Obey.”

Blues album by pianist and singer Marcia Ball. Scott Petito engineered additional recording at NRS Recording for the track Human Kindness.

Levin Brothers is the 2014 debut studio album from The Levin Brothers, featuring brothers Pete and Tony Levin, two of the most respected musicians in progressive rock and jazz.

“Sadhana” is the fourth studio album by the vocal ensemble Prana, led by Baird Hersey. Originally released in 2005 and reissued in 2014 on Bent Records, the album represents a rich sonic journey inspired by Hersey’s longtime study and practice of Nada Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga, and Buddhist philosophy. The album showcases Prana’s distinctive approach to overtone singing and vocal meditation, creating immersive soundscapes that blend ancient techniques with contemporary sensibilities.

“Second Row Behind the Painter” is the debut album from the Roy Assaf Trio, released in 2014. Israeli-born pianist Roy Assaf leads this ensemble featuring Raviv Markovitz on bass and Jake Goldbas on drums. The album’s title derives from one of Assaf’s childhood memories in Israel of an older blind man who sat in front of him during Yom Kippur services, reflecting Assaf’s belief in learning from experienced elders to grow musically.

The Endless Mysteries is a 2013 piano trio album by pianist George Colligan, featuring Larry Grenadier on acoustic bass and Jack DeJohnette on drums.

Berrymania is a 2013 album by Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen, released on December 1, 2013, on Compass Rose Music and running 14 songs in 44 minutes.