On his debut 'Buddy!' bassist Stephen Parisi Jr. Honors the mentors, family, and scenes that shaped his musical voice-from his Buffalo roots to his life in Chicago. Featuring standout young players Josh Achiron, Nicholas Olynciw, Kabir Dalawari, and Jordan Lerner, and guided by producer George Caldwell, the album affirms that jazz's vitality depends on artists staying connected to the communities that sustain it.