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Matthew Garrison: Shapeshifter Live 2010 Part 1

Read "Shapeshifter Live 2010 Part 1" reviewed by Ian Patterson

by Ian Patterson
January 24, 2011

Were it not for demanding touring/recording schedules for an impressive A-list of jazz and pop musicians, bassist/composer Matthew Garrison's discography as leader would surely amount to more than the two studio recordings and one live recording up to 2004. Nevertheless, six years on, Shapeshifter Live 2010 Part 1 is cause for celebration among those who like their music cutting edge and searching. Garrison harnesses computer technology and loops to manipulate pre-programmed material, accompanied by his powerfully probing bass improvisations. It's ...