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Feb 26, 2026

Music lessons at MusicFactory.Online - New Webpage

🎵 Ready to start your musical journey? Whether you're picking up an instrument for the first time or leveling up your skills, The Music Factory has a teacher for you. All ages. All styles. All levels. In-person, online, or at… Read more

Apr 19, 2025

NYS Music on Blurry Face

 RockBlues/JazzNew York SinglesReviews April 22, 2025 
https://musicfactoryrecords.com/blogs/blurry-face/nys-music-on-blurry-face

RockBlues/JazzNew York Singles “Blurry Face” Channels Raw Groove and Psychedelic Soul 
in One-Take Session from Ari Joshua, Medeski and Martin By Daniel Joffe
 

Music Factory Records proudly announces the release of “Blurry Face”, a captivating new trio track from Ari Joshua, featuring John Medeski (organ and clavinet) and Billy Martin (drums) of the legendary improvisational group Medeski Martin & Wood.

Tracked live in a single take at Applehead Studios, the performance captures lightning in a bottle—raw, unfiltered, and recorded with no second chances.

 

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

Ari 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

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Daniel Joffe is originally from Queens, NY. He is a junior at SUNY New Paltz, majoring in Media Studies with a minor in 
Computer Science. He has a passion for music, art, and news. His hobbies include embroidering, reading, writing, running, dancing, and eating good food.

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Mar 19, 2025

Voodoo Chile featuring Ray Paczkowski & Russ Lawton Press Links

Music Mingle
https://www.musicmingle.org/post/voodoo-chile-by-ari-joshua 

KIMU reviews
https://karlismyunkle.com/2025/03/16/ari-joshua-and-raar-trio-take-us-on-a-psychedelic-trip-with-evocative-intricate-and-mind-bending-cover-of-jimi-hendrixs-voodoo-chile/

Radio Armazem
https://radioarmazem.net/noticia/118747/indie-noise-nation

Music Earshot
https://www.musicearshot.com/2025/03/ari-joshua-s-voodoo-chile-a-psychedelic-revival-with-a-modern-edge.html 

Happy Vibes Playlist
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Eb3hIq4uBOicvBE8s3cQx?si=PGQsfb6DR2OyazbcpVpulQ&nd=1&dlsi=258456c80b7749f9

Main Character Vibes, Indie Pop Playlists
https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2T4nb77XgxTrZjeHI9DRkD?si=9zEYtnrTSKSWSmGPOa-wZQ&nd=1&dlsi=deeaad78e14c4eb7 

 


Press Quotes on Voodoo Chile featuring Ray Paczkowski & Russ Lawton 

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Feb 1, 2025

Leonard Cohen Tribute Poem about America Today

Flipped poem based on Leonard Cohen vibes. Verse 1 Everybody knows the house was bought didn't really matter so no body fought. Everybody saw the papers sign But they never read between the lines The playbook’s stitched in a thousand… Read more

Jan 30, 2025

In the Herman House with iLL B  


Working with a Hero: Billy Martin

I’ve had the honor of working alongside one of my absolute heroes, Billy Martin, over the last few years. Why is he a hero? Well, if you know, you know. And if you don’t……

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Jan 26, 2025

Remix Project 2025 in Progress 

 🎶 New Remix Project Alert! 🎶
Scroll down for a preview link of one of the songs in progress and check back as we will drop samples all winter long. 

We’re excited to announce that Music Factory Records is rolling…

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