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Illustrate Magazine - Blurry Face by Ari Joshua, John Medeski & Billy Martin
Blurry Face by Ari Joshua, John Medeski & Billy Martin: Review
There’s something magical about musicians who know how to throw caution to the wind and just play—and that’s exactly the vibe Ari Joshua, John Medeski, and Billy Martin bottle up in this new track “Blurry Face.” Tracked live in a single take (yes, seriously—one take!), “Blurry Face” glows with raw, telepathic energy that only happens when three musical minds click into the same cosmic wavelength.
It kicks off with a guitar that feels like it’s smiling at you—Joshua’s tone is unapologetically fat and fuzzy, dripping with soul and fuzzed-out finesse. Meanwhile, Billy Martin lays down a beat that’s all bounce and pulse, turning the floor into a trampoline while your brain floats up toward Medeski’s swirling, playful electric organ lines. Medeski’s clavinet work punches through with a gritty, joyful snarl, like a cartoon villain you can’t help but root for. Every instrument feels alive, in conversation, poking and prodding each other forward with zero ego and maximum vibe. The track builds this thick, hypnotic loop and lets it simmer, teasing out little moments of surprise with every twist.
If you’ve ever fallen under the spell of Medeski Martin & Wood, “Blurry Face” will feel like getting a letter from an old friend who’s picked up a few new tricks. And if you haven’t, well, this is one funky rabbit hole you’ll be glad you tumbled into. Joshua said it best himself: sometimes you plant a seed and it grows into a tree full of sweet fruit—and “Blurry Face” is a juicy one. Check out “Blurry Face” on YouTube.
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https://illustratemagazine.com/blurry-face-by-ari-joshua-john-medeski-billy-martin-review/
There’s something magical about musicians who know how to throw caution to the wind and just play—and that’s exactly the vibe Ari Joshua, John Medeski, and Billy Martin bottle up in this new track “Blurry Face.” Tracked live in a single take (yes, seriously—one take!), “Blurry Face” glows with raw, telepathic energy that only happens when three musical minds click into the same cosmic wavelength.
It kicks off with a guitar that feels like it’s smiling at you—Joshua’s tone is unapologetically fat and fuzzy, dripping with soul and fuzzed-out finesse. Meanwhile, Billy Martin lays down a beat that’s all bounce and pulse, turning the floor into a trampoline while your brain floats up toward Medeski’s swirling, playful electric organ lines. Medeski’s clavinet work punches through with a gritty, joyful snarl, like a cartoon villain you can’t help but root for. Every instrument feels alive, in conversation, poking and prodding each other forward with zero ego and maximum vibe. The track builds this thick, hypnotic loop and lets it simmer, teasing out little moments of surprise with every twist.
If you’ve ever fallen under the spell of Medeski Martin & Wood, “Blurry Face” will feel like getting a letter from an old friend who’s picked up a few new tricks. And if you haven’t, well, this is one funky rabbit hole you’ll be glad you tumbled into. Joshua said it best himself: sometimes you plant a seed and it grows into a tree full of sweet fruit—and “Blurry Face” is a juicy one. Check out “Blurry Face” on YouTube.
https://illustratemagazine.com/blurry-face-by-ari-joshua-john-medeski-billy-martin-review/
Jazz Weekly - THREE HOT SINGLES…Ari Joshua: Blurry Face. Reversible Submersible
Jazz Weekly Reviews April 25, 2025
THREE HOT SINGLES…Ari Joshua: Blurry Face. Reversible Submersibl
Guitarist and songwriter Ari Joshua is delivering a trio of singles, all with different flavors that promise to create a buffet of upcoming albums. Dig in!
The first one, “Blurry Face”, is with famed groovmeisters John Medeski/key and Billy Martin/dr, which is a funkified piece that gets you jumping into your boogaloo boots and wondering why Sly of the Family Stone isn’t singing along. The guitar picking is sweet and the Headhunter feel gets the feet shuffling. Tasty and sweet.
“Reversible Submersible” has the same band, but adds bassist Jason Fraticelli to slap around the bluesy and upbeat feel. The jam is filled with flavor and spreads like dark dingleberries. Joshua’s guitar is a bit more rocking here, going into Derek and Domino territory and gliding around Medeski and Martin like a snowboarder in the spring. Joshua rides the moguls.
The last, “Say What You Wanna Say” has Joshua singing as well as hitting electric and acoustic string with drummer Ben Atkind and keyboardist Kris Yunker. Joshua has a blue eyed soul and sounds like he just got out of backing up the Soul Train band with some swampy R&B backbeat as his fluid guitar glides around Yunker’s humming organ like someone shook a bottle of Pelligrino and just barely opened the top. A cool spritz of swing.
Ari is launching a beta version of his website and offering a free download of not only the sheet music but a link to the backing jam track. Enjoy, and spread the jam around!
THREE HOT SINGLES…Ari Joshua: Blurry Face. Reversible Submersible
https://www.jazzweekly.com/2025/04/three-hot-singlesari-joshua-blurry-face/
Guitarist and songwriter Ari Joshua is delivering a trio of singles, all with different flavors that promise to create a buffet of upcoming albums. Dig in!
The first one, “Blurry Face”, is with famed groovmeisters John Medeski/key and Billy Martin/dr, which is a funkified piece that gets you jumping into your boogaloo boots and wondering why Sly of the Family Stone isn’t singing along. The guitar picking is sweet and the Headhunter feel gets the feet shuffling. Tasty and sweet.
“Reversible Submersible” has the same band, but adds bassist Jason Fraticelli to slap around the bluesy and upbeat feel. The jam is filled with flavor and spreads like dark dingleberries. Joshua’s guitar is a bit more rocking here, going into Derek and Domino territory and gliding around Medeski and Martin like a snowboarder in the spring. Joshua rides the moguls.
The last, “Say What You Wanna Say” has Joshua singing as well as hitting electric and acoustic string with drummer Ben Atkind and keyboardist Kris Yunker. Joshua has a blue eyed soul and sounds like he just got out of backing up the Soul Train band with some swampy R&B backbeat as his fluid guitar glides around Yunker’s humming organ like someone shook a bottle of Pelligrino and just barely opened the top. A cool spritz of swing.
Ari is launching a beta version of his website and offering a free download of not only the sheet music but a link to the backing jam track. Enjoy, and spread the jam around!
Original Article
https://www.jazzweekly.com/2025/04/three-hot-singlesari-joshua-blurry-face/
Creative Music and other forms of Avant Garde
THREE HOT SINGLES…Ari Joshua: Blurry Face. Reversible Submersible
Jazziz Podcast with Ari Joshua
Jazziz Podcast with Ari Joshua
https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/jazziz/episodes/ARI-JOSHUA--The-JAZZIZ-Podcast-e2bcunf
The Indie Grid - ‘Blurry Face’- Ari Joshua, John Medeski & Billy Martin Conjure Controlled Chaos on Daring Jam
‘Blurry Face’- Ari Joshua, John Medeski & Billy Martin Conjure Controlled Chaos on Daring Jam
On his newest outing ‘Blurry Face’, Ari Joshua teams up with two of the most influential figures in groove-driven improvisational music, meeting them on their turf, unfiltered and fully in the moment. Captured live in a single take at Applehead Studios, the track feels like catching lightning mid-bolt. It’s groove-heavy telepathy, spoken in a dialect of distorted guitar, warped keys, and loose-limbed rhythm.
John Medeski’s clavinet snaps, snarls, and dances with the kind of mischief only he can conjure. His organ lines swirl and shimmer like heat off pavement, colouring the track with psychedelic depth. At the centre of the storm, Billy Martin’s looped beat (a repurposed gem from his ‘Loops from the Underground’ collection) grounds the track with earthy precision and just the right amount of unpredictability. His drum work here reshaping the terrain in real time.
Joshua, meanwhile, steers his fuzz-drenched guitar through this heady mix like a cosmic spelunker; searching, responding, pushing. His tone is chewy and rich, full of attitude but never overpowering. What stands out most is how his playing manages to create space. He’s not just jamming with Medeski and Martin; he’s in dialogue because of them. Every bend, every flare-up of sustain, feels like a continuation of a thought.
And that’s what makes ‘Blurry Face’ work. It’s not about perfection, it’s about trust. Trust in the loop, trust in the moment, and trust in each other. There are no overdubs, no studio tricks. Just three master musicians following instinct wherever it dares to lead.
This isn’t just one for the jazz heads or the psych-funk faithful, it’s a snapshot of what can happen when boundaries are ignored and curiosity is in charge. As a teaser for what’s to come from this collaborative trio, ‘Blurry Face’ promises that we’re only seeing the beginning of the conversation. Whatever follows, this moment of spontaneous alchemy is already gold.
John Medeski’s clavinet snaps, snarls, and dances with the kind of mischief only he can conjure. His organ lines swirl and shimmer like heat off pavement, colouring the track with psychedelic depth. At the centre of the storm, Billy Martin’s looped beat (a repurposed gem from his ‘Loops from the Underground’ collection) grounds the track with earthy precision and just the right amount of unpredictability. His drum work here reshaping the terrain in real time.
Joshua, meanwhile, steers his fuzz-drenched guitar through this heady mix like a cosmic spelunker; searching, responding, pushing. His tone is chewy and rich, full of attitude but never overpowering. What stands out most is how his playing manages to create space. He’s not just jamming with Medeski and Martin; he’s in dialogue because of them. Every bend, every flare-up of sustain, feels like a continuation of a thought.
And that’s what makes ‘Blurry Face’ work. It’s not about perfection, it’s about trust. Trust in the loop, trust in the moment, and trust in each other. There are no overdubs, no studio tricks. Just three master musicians following instinct wherever it dares to lead.
This isn’t just one for the jazz heads or the psych-funk faithful, it’s a snapshot of what can happen when boundaries are ignored and curiosity is in charge. As a teaser for what’s to come from this collaborative trio, ‘Blurry Face’ promises that we’re only seeing the beginning of the conversation. Whatever follows, this moment of spontaneous alchemy is already gold.
Original Article
https://theindiegrid.co.uk/reviews/blurry-face-ari-joshua-medeski-martin-conjure-controlled-chaos-on-daring-jam/
New Release & Interactive Campaign: “Blurry Face” Play-Alongs, Sheet Music, and Remix Opportunities
New Release & Interactive Campaign: “Blurry Face” Play-Alongs, Sheet Music, and Remix Opportunities
As part of a new initiative celebrating the launch of our label’s website — www.musicfactoryrecords.com — we’re excited to offer something special for musicians and producers alike.
Starting April 25th, 2025, alongside the official release of Blurry Face, you’ll be able to access:
🎼 Sheet Music – Learn the exact parts from the trio performance featuring jazz legends John Medeski, Billy Martin, and guitarist Ari Joshua.
🎧 Play-Along Tracks – Isolated solo sections from the original studio session, perfect for jamming, practicing, or adding your own flavor.
🧩 Remix-Ready Stems (coming soon) – For those looking to take the track in new directions, stems will eventually be made available for remix purposes.
This is the first in a series of interactive releases designed to inspire creativity and collaboration. Selected artist submissions will be featured on our social media platforms, so if you’ve got the chops — this is your moment to shine.
Explore, play, create — and join us on this new adventure in sound.
NYS Music on Blurry Face
RockBlues/JazzNew York SinglesReviews April 22, 2025
https://musicfactoryrecords.com/blogs/blurry-face/nys-music-on-blurry-face
Guitarist Ari Joshua arrived with a fresh batch of material, ready to explore new textures alongside two of the most influential voices in modern jazz and groove music. The track is built on a loop conceived by Billy Martin, originally released in his Loops from the Underground collection. The resulting groove is thick and hypnotic, anchored by Martin’s signature blend of earthy pulse and polyrhythmic finesse.
Medeski’s clavinet bounces with joyful grit while his organ swells and shimmers with psychedelic warmth and soul. Joshua’s guitar tone is unapologetically phat—equal parts fuzz and finesse—pushing and pulling against the rhythm section with both reverence and individuality. The solos unfold organically, showcasing each artist’s unique voice and the deep musical understanding that comes from decades of fearless exploration.
“You never know when your dreams may come true. You plant a seed and it just may bring a great tree. If you do it right, the tree may bring sweet fruits—and more seeds for more trees.”
– Joshua
“Blurry Face” is the latest in a growing catalog of collaborations between Joshua, Medeski, Martin, and bassist Jason Fraticelli, with over a dozen compositions and improvisations already released through Music Factory Records. While plans are underway to release a full-length album in physical form, no official date has been set. A follow-up single, “Reversible Submersible”—a more produced studio cut featuring experimental edits and outboard gear embellishments—is scheduled to drop on May 23rd, 2025.
“’Blurry Face’ was born in the moment—no overdubs, just raw takes between legends John Medeski and Billy Martin. Built from a loop Billy created years ago, this session brought out a spontaneous conversation in sound. It’s about tapping into that sacred zone where intuition leads and genres melt away. For those who love MMW, like do! – this one will feel familiar. Just a trio, with John on bass and organ, no bass guitar here. I had been talking to Medeski since I was about 19 years old about working together, I am grateful we made this happen – dream come true.”
– Joshua
“’Blurry Face’ was born in the moment—no overdubs, just raw takes between legends John Medeski and Billy Martin…
Read moreApricot Magazine Review of Voodoo Chile
https://apricot-magazine.com/review/ari-joshua-unleashes-a-fiery-rendition-of-hendrixs-voodoo-chile
Ari Joshua Unleashes a Fiery Rendition of Hendrix’s Voodoo Chile
When a song as legendary as Voodoo Chile gets reimagined, it takes a rare kind of musical synergy to honor its spirit while breathing new life into it. Enter Ari Joshua, Russ Lawton, and Ray Paczkowski—a powerhouse trio who have done just that. Their blistering, soul-drenched take on Jimi Hendrix’s classic, released on March 14, 2025, via Music Factory Records, is a full-throttle exploration of blues, psychedelia, and improvisational rock at its most electrifying. With Joshua’s fiery guitar work leading the charge, Lawton’s deep-groove drumming providing the backbone, and Paczkowski’s swirling Hammond organ summoning a storm of sonic textures, this version of Voodoo Chile doesn’t just cover Hendrix—it channels his spirit.
From the opening licks, Ari Joshua’s guitar roars with the kind of unfiltered emotion that made Hendrix an icon. His phrasing is both precise and wild, a balancing act between technical mastery and raw feeling. It’s clear that this isn’t just a note-for-note tribute—it’s a reawakening of a song that has long lived in the DNA of rock and blues. Paczkowski, a longtime member of Trey Anastasio Band, brings an organ performance that’s equal parts cosmic and gritty, painting sonic landscapes that hover between gospel soul and intergalactic psych-rock. Meanwhile, Russ Lawton locks in with hypnotic, unshakable grooves, giving the track the rhythmic drive it needs to soar. The chemistry between these three musicians is undeniable, each one pushing the others into deeper, more exploratory spaces, making this rendition feel like a long-lost jam from the golden age of rock improvisation.
Recorded in one take, Voodoo Chile feels alive, as if it’s unfolding in real-time, with the musicians feeding off each other’s energy. Joshua himself acknowledges this, stating, “You don’t just cover Hendrix—you summon his spirit. This track has an aura, a weight to it. We didn’t pre-meditate it; this was the one take. We wanted to tap into that OG 1960s electricity while bringing our own spirit to the table.” That spirit is evident in every note, from the slow-burning blues licks to the explosive crescendos where Joshua’s guitar seems to transcend into another realm entirely.
While the trio delivers a fresh take on Voodoo Chile, it’s clear they are carrying forward a lineage of fearless sonic explorers. With Lawton and Paczkowski’s deep roots in improvisational rock (thanks to their long history with Trey Anastasio Band) and Joshua’s genre-blurring approach to guitar, this project is as much about honoring the past as it is about forging something new. Their version of Voodoo Chile doesn’t attempt to replicate Hendrix—it embraces his philosophy of pushing boundaries, of making each note feel like a discovery.
Beyond the single, Joshua and his projects have a packed schedule ahead. His band, The All’s Eye, will be hitting the stage for multiple live dates in April, delivering their signature blend of mind-expanding jams and deep, groove-heavy rock. Fans can catch them live at:
April 11, 2025 – Umbra in Brooklyn, NY (with Blahsum)
April 12, 2025 – Park City Music Hall (opening for Kung Fu)
April 18 & 19, 2025 – Queen Anne Beer Hall (after PHISH party)
And the music doesn’t stop there. The All’s Eye is gearing up to release Say What You Wanna Say, while Joshua himself has another major drop on the horizon—Reversible Submersible, a collaboration featuring none other than John Medeski and Billy Martin, set to arrive in April. With such an ambitious slate of projects, it’s clear that Joshua isn’t just a guitarist—he’s a relentless sonic architect, building worlds with his instrument and inviting listeners to step inside.
Voodoo Chile is more than just a cover—it’s a testament to the timeless power of music that refuses to stay locked in the past. Ari Joshua, Russ Lawton, and Ray Paczkowski take Hendrix’s spirit and set it ablaze once again, proving that some songs aren’t just meant to be played—they’re meant to be reborn.
