Jazz Articles about Carlos Barretto Trio / Louis Sclavis

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Carlos Barretto Trio / Louis Sclavis: Radio Song

by Glenn Astarita
April 25, 2007

Originally released by the relatively obscure CBTM label and newly issued for this top-shelf progressive-jazz entity, we find Portuguese bassist Carlos Barretto pronouncing an up-tempo set which, in part, serves as a testament to his country's fertile jazz scene. And with wider distribution, this well-rounded endeavor could find its way onto many of those year-end top-ten lists.

It's a rock solid set on all fronts as highly-revered French multi-reed artist Louis Sclavis lends his wares on three works. ...