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EMP Project Releases Best of EMP Project — A Remastered Collection of Modern Jazz Trio Recordings

5/3/2026

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EMP Project - Best of EMP Project
Blue Canoe Records proudly announces the release of Best of EMP Project, a newly remastered compilation album from the Southern-based jazz trio EMP Project, available worldwide on May 1, 2026.

Bringing together a powerful blend of modern jazz, fusion, groove, and improvisational interplay, Best of EMP Project revisits standout recordings originally captured between 2002 and 2005. These selections, drawn from the group’s debut EMP Project and sophomore release Wherever We Go, have been carefully remastered to introduce the trio’s music to a new generation of listeners.

At the core of EMP Project is a deeply rooted musical connection between three longtime collaborators:
  • William Ellis (drums) — a Nashville-based, in-demand drummer known for his versatility across genres, with touring and recording credits including Montgomery Gentry, Travis Tritt, Martina McBride, and Hunter Hayes.
 
  • Joseph Patrick Moore (double, electric & fretless bass) — a recording artist, composer, and producer with a career spanning over three decades, currently serving as bassist and back-up-band leader for Cirque du Soleil’s Mystère in Las Vegas.
 
  • Shawn Perkinson (acoustic & electric guitar) — a respected educator and performer, serving as Commercial/Jazz Guitar instructor at Lee University, with a career that bridges jazz, rock, and contemporary styles.

The trio’s origins trace back to their time studying at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (1989–1994), where they developed a shared musical language under the guidance of renowned educators including Jerry Coker, Donald Brown, Rusty Holloway, Keith Brown, Mark Boling and others. After years pursuing individual careers across the country, the musicians reunited—capturing lightning in a bottle during a series of live studio recordings in Atlanta, Georgia.

Recorded on August 6–7, 2002, with no rehearsals, the sessions document the trio’s raw chemistry, spontaneity, and collective musical intuition. Each member contributed original compositions, resulting in a truly collaborative artistic statement.

Track highlights include:
Warrior, Wherever We Go, Elise, Just Visiting, Ba Dump, Birdy, Quickly and Quietly, Night, and Synergy.

The original recordings were produced by EMP Project alongside Vic Stafford and Anita Walls, who also handled mixing and mastering. For this release, the material has been newly remastered by Joseph Patrick Moore at Abstract Truth Recording Studio (Henderson, NV), offering enhanced clarity while preserving the organic energy of the original performances.


Artist Quote
“This music captures a moment before life pulled us in different directions—three musicians reconnecting with no expectations, just trust and instinct. Remastering these recordings gave me the chance to hear that honesty again, and I’m excited to share it with listeners who may be discovering EMP Project for the first time.” — Joseph Patrick Moore

About the Release
Best of EMP Project serves as both a retrospective and a reintroduction—highlighting a trio whose musical roots run deep, and whose sound remains timeless, exploratory, and deeply connected.

Availability
Best of EMP Project is available on all major streaming platforms beginning May 1, 2026.
🔗 More info: Blue Canoe Records
🔗 Streaming: https://orcd.co/60y0e5b
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Spotify

1/18/2019

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Bass Players on Spotify
Jazz Spotify Codes

The complete collection of all Joseph Patrick Moore music available on Spotify. This includes "Solo Albums" and "Side Projects (as bassist/producer/composer)".​ This does not include Joseph's work as a "sideman".
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#ThisHappened in 2016

1/1/2017

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Joseph Patrick Moore on Instagram
With the conclusion of 2016 and 2017 official upon us, we've added a recap of the past year. Tap here to view and check out JPM's full list of "Career Highlights".

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Decade II (2006-2015)

6/24/2016

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Joseph Patrick Moore Decade II 2006-2015
Blue Canoe Records releases "Decade II 2006-2015". Decade II is a remastered CD of composition's recorded between 2006 through 2015 and is a compilation follow up to "Decade 1996-2005" released in 2006.
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Sideman On Several CD Releases

3/29/2011

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JPM appears on several recent CD releases by:
Bryant Thompson – “Puzzle Pieces”
Ryan Carson – “Ryan Carson EP”
Philip Stanley Klein
 – “New Heart”
Bryant Thompson Puzzle Pieces
Ryan Carson
Philip Stanley Klein
For a complete sideman list - Click Here
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Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival 2010

6/26/2010

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Date: June 26th, 2010
Original Post: Joseph Patrick Moore
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Earl Klugh at Eric Clapton‘s Crossroads Guitar Festival
Earl Klugh and Joseph Patrick Moore
Earl Klugh at Eric Clapton's Crossroads 2010.
Eric Clapton's 2010 Crossroads Festival
Earl Klugh at 2010 Crossroads Festival
Just finished performing with Earl Klugh at The Crossroads Guitar Festival in Chicago. It was a total blast! Thanks to Earl Klugh for inviting me to perform with him and to Eric Clapton and The Crossroads Organization for having the vision of having a master jazz guitarist such as Earl to be apart of this year’s 2010 concert. Not enough words can express how appreciative and honored it was to be apart of such an event. I heard, witnessed and met so many incredible artists, that I’m still trying to absorb the experience. A few of these moments were captured with pictures and I’m attaching a few of them here. Additionally, the concert will be available on DVD in the coming months.

It should be noted that the main focus of this event is to aid The Crossroads Centre Antigua. Crossroads Centre is a non-profit, International Centre of Excellence for the treatment of alcohol and other drug addictions. Residential treatment provides a unique opportunity for individuals suffering from alcohol and drug addiction to immerse themselves in an intensive therapeutic and supportive environment. Away from the daily distractions of everyday life, the physical environment is one of peace and tranquility which offers clients a safe place to begin the process of recovery. In addition to alcohol and drug rehabilitation program, services include: intervention referrals, aftercare planning transitional living residences, and an integrated family program. For more information please visit and donate at: http://www.crossroadsguitarfestival.com/

Peace and blessings,
Joseph Patrick Moore


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JPM produces compilation for BCR

9/7/2008

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Blue Canoe Records Compilation Volume 1
JPM produces compilation for Blue Canoe Records. This compilation titled, “Look What The Cats Drug In – Volume 1″ is an audio recording featuring The Modern Jazz Stylings Of Blue Canoe Recording artists. This CD will be released on September 16th, 2008.

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bassplayer magazine october 1993

10/2/1993

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Bass Player Magazine October 1993
Bass Notes
Bass Player Magazine 1993 Joseph Patrick Moore

On the jazz side of the street, three promising students were recently named winners of $1,000 awards from the Milt J. Hinton Scholarship fund: Joe Martin, Joseph Moore, and Nathan Peck. Martin is a student at William Paterson College; Moore is hittin the books at Memphis State University; and Peck, a 16-year old from West Virginia, is planning to pursue private instruction. The judges were Milt Hinton himself (of course) and noted jazz bassists Jay Leonhart and Charnett Moffett. The winners were chosen on the basis of their performances, their background, and an assessement of the potential benefits of private instruction in furthering their musical development.

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