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Udo Pannekeet: Electric Regions
by Glenn Astarita
Udo Pannekeet is the current bassist for the legendary Dutch progressive rock band Focus, featuring original members Thijs van Leer (flute, vocals, keyboards) and Pierre van der Linden (drums). On this album the bassist goes for the gusto, supported by an extensive lineup, where jazz rock, fusion and modern jazz concepts co-align, most noticeably on the opening and adrenaline-charged long-form composition Electric Regions Part One," which is basically the album's tour de force. Drummer Marcel Serierse kicks off ...
read moreTim Langedijk Trio: Up North
by Budd Kopman
One of the hallmarks of a truly creative jazz musician is that his or her musical vision is immediately identifiable, and guitarist Tim Langedijk is one of those players. His trio's latest album, Up North is a marvelous document of his elegance, intensity, surprising musical choices and understated technique. When combined with the equally subtle playing of bassist Udo Pannekeet and drummer Hans Van Oosterhout, the music on the album almost glows in the dark. Everything has been ...
read moreTim Langedijk Trio: Acenja
by Jack Bowers
One appraisal that can be rendered without a moment's pause is that guitarist Tim Langedijk, bassist Udo Pannekeet and drummer Hans van Oosterhout from The Netherlands are splendid musicians. When the trio decide to adopt a harmonious and plain-spoken groove, as is most often the case on Acenja, the album is delightful to hear and appreciate. There are, luckily, only a couple of departures from established protocol, one of which ("The Woods") the trio has chosen as its opening number. ...
read more“…one of the better trios on a global level with plenty of flavor and texture without bordering on the artistic pretentiousness engaged by some musicians…” ★★★★★ CRITICAL JAZZ (USA)
”…Langedijk may be seen as one of the most original and innovative guitarists in the Netherlands. His qualities are his compositions and his soundexperiments. The sound is recognizable and original, intriguing interplay and solo’s, compositions are adventurous, and all very understandable for the listener. It’s always spontanious, fresh and tasty…” - THE VOLKSKRANT
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After Midnight
From: AcenjaBy Tim Langedijk
Up To The Mark
From: Inside The HouseBy Tim Langedijk