Branford composes score and releases soundtrack for Netflix Ma Rainey's Black Bottom

Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom featuring original music from Branford Marsalis, is out December 18, on Netflix. The film chronicles the life of "Mother of the Blues" Ma Rainey, and stars Viola Davis and the late Chadwick Boseman in his final on-screen performance.

The soundtrack, featuring original music from Branford Marsalis, is also released on December 18 (via Milan Records)

Branford and Wynton cover Town & Country

Branford and his brother Wynton are featured on the cover of Town & Country magazine’s November issue. The issue discusses how the brothers are keeping New York’s jazz scene alive.

Branford and Harry perform at US Open Championship

Branford and his friend Harry Connick, Jr. perform “America the Beautiful” live in Arthur Ashe Stadium prior to the 2020 US Open Men’s Singles Championship.

Branford’s father Ellis Marsalis passes on April 1, 2020

In Branford’s statement on his father's passing, he says:
It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of my father, Ellis Marsalis Jr., as a result of complications from the Coronavirus. He was admitted to the hospital on Saturday and died peacefully this evening.

My dad was a giant of a musician and teacher, but an even greater father. He poured everything he had into making us the best of what we could be.

The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul is nominated for two Grammys!

Best Improvised Jazz Solo
THE WINDUP
Branford Marsalis, soloist

Best Jazz Instrumental Album
THE SECRET BETWEEN THE SHADOW AND THE SOUL
Branford Marsalis Quartet

#1 Album of Jazzwise: Top 20 Jazz Albums of 2019

The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul tops the Jazzwise: Top 20 Jazz Albums of 2019

Upward Spiral is released

On June 10, 2016, the Branford Marsalis Quartet releases their album, Secrets Between the Shadow and the Soul, their most emotionally wide-ranging and melody driven collection to date.

"On their new album, The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul, they reach a new peak, addressing a kaleidoscope of moods with inspiration and group commitment.” - Jazziz