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Over 75 national & international press contacts serviced; Service to CMJ and Jazzweek reporting stations & 125 others; Service print & internet jazz magazines including Downbeat, JazzTimes, Jazziz & Cadence; Service syndicated and satellite programs (NPR, Sirius, DMX, Music Choice, etc...)
Gathering a diverse collection of his favorite Seattle musicians, bassist and composer Dean Schmidt creates a rich soundscape of original Latin-tinged jazz. As a member of several of the west coast's premier Afro-Cuban and salsa bands, Schmidt brings a powerful groove and an eclectic aesthetic to his compositions and group concept. Featuring trumpeter Thomas Marriott, saxophonists Jim Coile & Brian Kent, and pianist Julio Jauregui.