Veteran bassist and multifaceted musician Jon von Boehm opens a new chapter with “Not Today,” the first single from his upcoming fourth album, Reflections. Entirely instrumental, the five-minute track proves that storytelling doesn’t require lyrics, only honesty, chemistry, and masterful musicianship.
Rooted in von Boehm’s nearly four-decade journey through music, “Not Today” feels like a lived-in conversation between seasoned players. Featuring an impressive lineup of drummers Marcus Finnie, Cory Ponder, Kyle Edmonston, and Michael Green alongside guitarists Jake Patterson, Cole Clark, and John Gallo, the track thrives on collaboration. Each musician contributes subtly without overshadowing the collective vision.
“Not Today” moves fluidly between jazz fusion, instrumental rock, and old-school R&B. It’s jammy without becoming indulgent, technical without feeling cold. Von Boehm's bass gives the song warmth and confidence, and it guides the arrangement through changes that feel both spontaneous and planned.
The title “Not Today” suggests resistance, perhaps to pressure, burnout, or the noise of the world, and that feeling carries through the performance. There’s patience in the pacing, space in the phrasing, and an unspoken emotional arc that unfolds naturally. It’s the kind of track that invites listeners to sit back, close their eyes, and simply follow the flow.
For longtime fans and new listeners alike, “Not Today” serves as a reminder of the power of musicians playing with trust and experience. It’s not about flash—it’s about feel. And in that sense, Jon von Boehm delivers something quietly powerful.
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