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Circles

Matthew Parrish | HiPNOTIC Records (2001)

By C. Michael Bailey Discuss        

The Flood of superb Post Bop continues…

Lacking the angularity of the Classic Trio Meets Eric Alexander (Sharp Nine, 2002), Circles represents another important addition to the acoustic contemporary canon. Matthew Parrish is a young double-bassist who displays formidable chops in performance, arrangement, and composition. Circles is his debut recording and is impressive as a first outing. Parrish's own compositions range from the fringe contemporary of "Bee-Doe-Lot" to the bluesy "This One's For Al" to the extended ballad consideration of the title track. He presents a moody ethereal duet with pianist Vincent Bourgeyx.

The standards are explosive. "Seven Steps to Heaven" is perfect Be Bop performed with a digital sensibility. The talented Joel Frahm absolutely burns on tenor. The unlikely spiritual "Go Tell It on the Mountain" shows up effectively with a light Caribbean accent, representing the quiet center of the recording. Ellington's "Flirtbird" rounds out this fine recording as a bonus track, giving everyone ample time to make their respective statements. This disc is filled up with interesting and challenging music. Strongly recommended.

For more information, visit Matthew Parrish's website at www.matthewparrish.com .

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Track listing: Bee-Doe-Lot; Circles; I Know What You Did; Seven Steps To Heaven; Go Tell It On The Mountain; This One's For Al; The Trouble With Al; Sophia; Ben; Flirtbird. (Total Time: 65:38).

Personnel: Joel Frahm-- Tenor Saxophone; Vincent Bourgeyx-- Piano; Matthew Parrish-- Bass; Steve Hass: Drummer.

Published: May 10, 2002
Style: Mainstream/Bop/Hard Bop/Cool


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