Reedist Salim Washington's latest release, Harlem Homecoming (Ujam 126), is now available for digital download at itunes.com.
Check out what the critics have to say about the unique sounds of this recording: “... Anyone eager to have their faith restored-and those suffering from jaded ear syndrome-will be doing themselves a favor by hearing this one..." Nic Jones, All About Jazz “...Salim Washington leads them through a set of creative originals that establishes the ensemble's flight patterns. An equally unique soloist, he writes in a manner that requires a cohesive group to develop the music..." Mike Shanley, Jazz Times “...Washington's Harlem Arts Ensemble is a medium-sized band with a large sound, mixing blues, jazz and improvised realms into a potent whole..." Jay Collins, Cadence
Also available for digital download from Ujam Records are two releases by guitarist Fred Woodard, Arrival (Ujam 002) and 1715 (Ujam 003).
Here's what's being said about these recordings:
“...He is an innovative guitarist who executes in a clear lyrical way...." Frank Rubolino, Cadence
“...Fred Woodard is a master at combining jazz and blues in an electric guitar style that never fails to engage." Ron Netsky, Rochester City News
“...Woodard takes the classic sound of many a Blue Note record and updates it with modern touches..." John Kenyon, The Gazette, Iowa City, IA
Check out what the critics have to say about the unique sounds of this recording: “... Anyone eager to have their faith restored-and those suffering from jaded ear syndrome-will be doing themselves a favor by hearing this one..." Nic Jones, All About Jazz “...Salim Washington leads them through a set of creative originals that establishes the ensemble's flight patterns. An equally unique soloist, he writes in a manner that requires a cohesive group to develop the music..." Mike Shanley, Jazz Times “...Washington's Harlem Arts Ensemble is a medium-sized band with a large sound, mixing blues, jazz and improvised realms into a potent whole..." Jay Collins, Cadence
Also available for digital download from Ujam Records are two releases by guitarist Fred Woodard, Arrival (Ujam 002) and 1715 (Ujam 003).
Here's what's being said about these recordings:
“...He is an innovative guitarist who executes in a clear lyrical way...." Frank Rubolino, Cadence
“...Fred Woodard is a master at combining jazz and blues in an electric guitar style that never fails to engage." Ron Netsky, Rochester City News
“...Woodard takes the classic sound of many a Blue Note record and updates it with modern touches..." John Kenyon, The Gazette, Iowa City, IA
For more information contact Jim Eigo, Jazz Promo Services.
