Jazz Articles about Eric J. Morones

Eric J. Morones: About Time!

by Jay Deshpande
January 26, 2009

When Eric J. Morones enters his solo on “Nathan's Up," the first cut of About Time!, it's a little shocking what authority and gusto this first-time bandleader has. As well he should: a seasoned player, a well-published jazz educator, and a veteran of The Brian Setzer Orchestra, Morones has been playing on the Los Angeles scene for ten years. About Time!, as its title indicates, finally shows off his capacities as a leader and a songwriter.

“Nathan's Up" ...