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Characterful and original, “Iris” is a sensational album from Vladimir Kostadinovic. Highly recommended listening that takes us on a shared personal journey, it’s a deeply rewarding album and one of the musical highlights of the year. 5 Stars
UK VIBE by Mike Gates

“After listening to this great recording IRIS by Vladimir Kostadinovic and this stellar group of high-level musicians, the music gives me a sense of freedom. You no longer hear that too often when people play. The sound of freedom is what jazz and improvisation is all about.” – GEORGE GARZONE

"Kostadinovic comes off as an imaginative drummer filling in space, stimulating the frontline and urging it on. His imagination raises the quotient, as he sets up different stylistic paths to the signpost of resolution".
ALL ABOUT JAZZ

"Vladimir Kostadinovic is a very accomplished and musical player. Watching him perform I’ve been able to witness his maturity as a player and as a person on and off the bandstand".
ANTONIO SANCHEZ

His fluent language which is both steeped in traditions and yet inventively modern is further evidenced by his mastery.Personally knowing his history and becoming friends. I can say that he has built an already bright career and future that is only limited by the stars!! God Bless
TONY MONACO

Vladimir Kostadinovic's new record is a nice showcase for the drummer's well honed-chops and the accomplished players in his ensemble. "The Left Side Of Life" remains an overall strong effort,and Kostadinovic drops on the radar as player to watch.
MODERN DRUMMER MAGAZINE

"The Left Side Of Life is a superb and authentic,live recording.The titletrack shows a strong contribution to the album and the compositions of Kostadinovic are all of high originality".
JAZZTIMES

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Vladimir Kostadinovic NEW ALBUM " IRIS" feat. Chris Potter, Ben Wendel, Alex Sipiagin, Geoffrey Keezer, Joe Locke, Matt Brewer.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the SKE Foundation for their support!

(CRISS CROSS Jazz Records) https://www.crisscrossjazz.com/

LeftSide1 https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-left-side-of-life/id1081422460

VLADIMIR KOSTADINOVIC NEW ALBUM COMING IN 2025 FOR CRISS CROSS LABEL

I would like to share some great news with you.

It is a great honor and pleasure to become an artist for Criss Cross. My third album as a leader which will be called “IRIS”, will be recorded in New York with some of the most brilliant and creative minds of today's jazz scene. I am looking forward to being able to create music on a high level with a dream-team:

Chris Potter-tenor sax (special guest), Ben Wendel-tenor sax, Alex Sipiagin-trumpet, Geoffrey Keezer-piano, Joe Locke-vibraphone, Matt Brewer-double bass, Vladimir Kostadinovic-drums.

We will keep you all posted on the release date so you can pre order copies for yourself and others.

Stay tuned!!

NEWS

-Paiste Welcomes Vladimir Kostadinovic To Its Family Of Artistst-

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LQyt1Fy5sI

Vladimir Kostadinovic now endorses Paiste cymbals, the company announced. He says he chose to play Paiste Masters, complemented by models from Paiste’s Masters Series. “I’m really happy to announce my new cymbal endorsement,” Vladimir Kostadinovic says. “I’m now officially playing Paiste cymbals! I’ve checked every major brand on the market and was truly surprised by the unique sound of Paiste. I’ve always thought they were mostly suitable for rock and pop music but with their Masters series they offer an unbelievable sound for jazz.. I am very happy to be a member of the Paiste family!”

https://www.paiste.com/en/musicians/vladimir-kostadinovic

-VATER DRUM STICKS-

I am thrilled to announce that I have just recently been accepted as a VATER PERCUSSION artist and now proudly endorse my signature model (VK Sugar Piccolo Maple). My playing style and choice of equipment has gone full circle in recent years and I'm really excited about going back to a vintage classic style. Thanks to Mark at VATER for contacting me with the good news.

https://www.vater.com/#!/artists/1284