There are certain musicians who have a knack for making you feel good in their own unique way. The music of Gary Bartz is like receiving a warm embrace from your elder relative, one which leaves you feeling invigorated and enriched with life. From the man who's saxophone tone left an indelible imprint on A Tribe Called Quest's "Butter" and more classics. Gary Bartz bets on himself with Damage Control, released September 26, 2025 via OYO Records. Here's what the label has to say about this outstanding project:
"The NEA Jazz Master releases his first studio album in 12 years, produced by Om’mas Keith and featuring a boundary-blurring mix of soul, pop, and Black American music tradition.
In 2023, Gary Bartz made a bet. At 83 years old, the iconic saxophonist cashed out his 401k, went on sabbatical from teaching at Oberlin Conservatory, and made a record - not for a label, but for himself. The result is Damage Control, his first studio album in a dozen years, and one of the most heartfelt projects of his career, released September 26, 2025 via his own OYO Records."
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