Grooves & Sushi was recorded and filmed live in Norm’s living room. Each session assembled an ensemble that had never played together prior to the taping, playing music

Norm’s much-anticipated 3rd project as a leader features many iconic, world-class musicians including:

Gregg Bissonette (Ringo Starr) | Eddie Brown (Stevie Wonder) | Chris Coleman (Prince) | Mark Lettieri (Snarky Puppy) | Brandyn Phillips (Ariana Grande) | Brian Willett (OneRepublic) | Zoro (Lenny Kravitz) and more.

The 12-tune collection (plus one hidden bonus outtake!) is entirely comprised of original compositions, with the exception of an inspired arrangement of Mirrors (Justin Timberlake's modern classic).

This audio CD* contains music only.

* Grooves & Sushi also encompasses a 12-episode web series that intersperses song performances with engaging conversation over fabulous sushi, as Norm & friends share their thoughts on music, creativity, art & much more!

HD video of full episodes, song performances, special features and much more can be found on the Grooves & Sushi Deluxe Edition.

Tracklist

1. Zigged When Ya Shoulda Zagged

2. Lunar Mints

3. A Wristwatch on Mars

4. Blizzard

5. With a Touch of Avalanche

6. Only When I Exist

7. Tangibly Teriyaki

8. Amber

9. Field of Broken Glass

10. Fragile When Fractured

11. Mirrors

12. Normenclature

13. Normenclature Funk Outtake (Hidden Bonus Track)

Norm's 2nd solo project features stellar guest artists including Gregg Bissonette, John Patitucci, Lincoln Brewster, Michael Manring, Etienne Mbappe and many others. This 12-tune collection takes the next step in the exhilarating musical journey that was his acclaimed Pondering the Sushi solo debut.

Eight of the songs are original compositions spanning jazz, fusion, funk, rock, classical and West African influences. Also included are fresh arrangements of U2's classic, "Sunday Bloody Sunday", Sondheim's timeless standard, "Send In The Clowns", and Norm's solo rendition of J.S. Bach's "Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring".

"The making of Tea In The Typhoon was an incredible experience for me. Several of the tune ideas came from audio sketchpads dating back to shortly after the release of Pondering the Sushi back in 2001! It was such a gratifying thing to hear the profoundly gifted players on this project bring the music to life. Huge thanks to each of you for your interest and support of my music over the years! I'm so grateful and humbled. I hope you enjoy Tea In The Typhoon..."

- Norm Stockton

Tracklist

1. At The Behest Of Penelope & 26

2. Close Reach Home

3. Sunday Bloody Sunday

4. Tea In The Typhoon

5. Runway 19R

6. ...But I Play One On TV (I'm Not A Fuzoid)

7. Send In The Clowns

8. Grace Once More

9. Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring

10. Rockefeller Forest

11. Let Me Not Forget

12. Eternal Father, Strong To Save (Hidden Bonus Track)

Norm's debut solo cd is a collection of 13 instrumental jazz tunes with an organic and live feel. An eclectic project covering diverse musical ground, it features world-class jazz musicians including Rob Mullins, Steve Laury and Scott Wilkie. Eleven of the 13 songs are original compositions, while the remaining two include a sparse and pensive interpretation of The Police's “Roxanne”, as well as his solo bass rendition of the “Star Spangled Banner”.

Tracklist

1. The Race

2. Pondering the Sushi

3. I'll Return for You

4. Blessed

5. Roxanne

6. A Tender NAMM Moment

7. 14:12

8. The 7 Pearls of Monterey

9. Autumn in Kingston

10. The Star Spangled Banner

11. Come Before Winter

12. Giavonna Marie

13. Veggie Soup (Hidden Bonus Track)