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The Dayna Stephens Quartet: Right Now! Live at the Village Vanguard (Contagious)

Tenor saxophonist Dayna Stephens hit the ground running in 2007 with The Timeless Now, featuring guitarist John Scofield, trombonist Nick Vagenas, pianist Taylor Eigsti, bassist … Read More “The Dayna Stephens Quartet: Right Now! Live at the Village Vanguard (Contagious)”

Dayna Stephens: Liberty (Contagious)

The narrative seems as clear-cut as an elevator pitch: Rising, still-young saxophonist felled by an illness that required extensive dialysis is now blowing with a … Read More “Dayna Stephens: Liberty (Contagious)”

Dayna Stephens: Gratitude (Contagious)

Dayna Stephens’ saxophone playing, and the music he makes on Gratitude, is elemental. His big, warm lines are full of notes and intent but also … Read More

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Dayna Stephens: Peace

Since his debut as a leader, 2007’s The Timeless Now, saxophonist Dayna Stephens has surrounded himself with exceptional players, and his good taste continues on … Read More

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Dayna Stephens: Liberty (Contagious)

Dayna Stephens: Gratitude (Contagious)

Dayna Stephens: Peace

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