Jazz Articles about Mark Eisenman

About Mark Eisenman

Album Review

Mike Murley and Mark Eisenman: Recent History

Read "Recent History" reviewed by Pierre Giroux

by Pierre Giroux
October 30, 2023

Mike Murley and Mark Eisenman are well-recognized jazz musicians known for their considerable talent and contributions to the jazz genre. Their collaborative album Recent History is a testament to this music, showcasing their ability to create a cohesive and engaging musical conversation. Added to this satisfying outing is the internationally acclaimed rhythm section of bassist Neil Swainson and drummer Terry Clarke to complete the quartet. The make-up of this mainstream session is four Murley/Eisenman duo tracks ...

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Album Review

Mark Eisenman: Apparition

Read "Apparition" reviewed by Budd Kopman

by Budd Kopman
November 6, 2006

Mark Eisenman is new to me, and I was surprised by this record. Eisenman, though born in New York City, has been based in Toronto since 1972, and has clearly positioned himself, quite proudly, on the conservative side of the jazz spectrum. What this means, especially with respect to Apparition, is that Eisenman's heart belongs to the golden age of jazz which was dominated by the Blue Note sound: the hard bop era. It also means, as ...