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Steve Lacy Trio: The Rent

by Derek Taylor
October 1, 1999

For someone as relentlessly prolific as Lacy the number of trio recordings attributable to the his name are a comparative few. This two disc set goes a long way towards bolstering the number. With long-time compatriots Avenel and Betsch in tow Lacy affords himself the opportunity to stretch out at length in front of an enviably fortunate Portland audience. The discs are logically and conveniently divided along set demarcations. Both deliver the goods as Lacy flirts with and unravels the ...

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Steve Lacy Trio: The Rent

by Glenn Astarita
July 1, 1999

At 65 years young, Steve Lacy continues to build upon his vast recorded legacy with boundless creative spirit and full-fledged determination while his contributions to modern jazz are well documented and legendary. On The Rent Lacy along with long time musical associates, bassist Jean-Jacques Avenel (b) and drummer John Betsch explore the Trio format within the acoustically lush and sonorous “Old Church in Portland”. Here, Lacy and co. perform with grace and aplomb! The audience reaction is kept intact which ...