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Anton Schwartz: Flash Mob
By Track review of "Epistrophy"Other than Schwartz' impressive originals and a Kenny Dorham cover, the quintet spins Thelonious Monk's classic "Epistrophy," into a springy, New Orleans-like shuffle vamp. Thankfully, the musicians impart a nouveau spin in lieu of rehashing the original pulse, unlike the hordes of orthodox Monk covers by others. Schwartz sports a gruff and stinging tone along with the spicy melodic intervals that briefly transform into a straight-forward rock groove. Farinacci adds more oomph with his brash and soaring solo while pianist Taylor Eigsti comps and provides counterpoint prior to his impactful breakout, comprised of whirling single note lines. Indeed, Schwartz and his band are in full stride on this persuasive release, teeming with multicolored mosaics, vigorous soloing spots and strong compositions, radiating in a modern jazz delight that offers residual enjoyment on successive listens.
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Epistrophy.
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Anton Schwartz
saxophone, tenorAnton Schwartz: tenor saxophone; Dominick Farinacci: trumpet & flugelhorn; Taylor Eigsti: piano; John Shiffet: bass; Lorca Hart: drums.
Album information
Title: Flash Mob | Year Released: 2014 | Record Label: AntonJazz
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