Leo Sidran

Leo Sidran with Chris Stromquist (drums and, Jordan Scannella (bass). Multi-instrumentalist, journalist, composer, and producer Leo Sidran is celebrating a quarter century of songwriting, record making, and performing around the world. Named the “Discreet genius of pop jazz” by Spanish critic Fernando Neira, Sidran’s sound reflects both the rich heritage to which he belongs and a curiosity for new ideas. His compositions also contain an element of journalism. “Sidran navigates the pitfalls of everyday life with elegance and swing, inviting us to smile and reflect, and impressively proving that he has long become a consummate chronicler of his surroundings,” writes the German magazine West Coast Soul. In fact, much of his life in the last decade has been spent sharing the work of other artists on his acclaimed radio and podcast show, The Third Story, where he interviews musicians, producers, composers, and other creators about their personal stories and professional journeys.