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Diane Schuur: Friends for Schuur
by Dave Hughes
Diane Schuur had joined the flood of refugees from other labels (GRP especially) that are converging to strengthen Concord's standing as one of the premiere labels in jazz. And her Concord debut is an auspicious one, indeed. While Deedles can certainly turn in impressive performances on her own, she seems to rise to an even higher ...
Fourplay: Yes, Please!
by Dave Hughes
There's no doubt that Fourplay is, collectively, one of the most talent-laden ensembles in contemporary jazz today. But their output to date, while always accessible to the masses, has alternated between interesting, worthwhile comtempo fare (their eponymous debut CD and their third release, Elixir ) and more watered-down, commercially-oriented “smooth jazz" ( Between the Sheets and ...
Acoustic Alchemy: The Beautiful Game
by Dave Hughes
Following the passing of guitarist and co-leader Nick Webb in 1998, Greg Carmichael has decided to move forward, retooling the band with a new guitarist/co-leader John Parsons and several other new collaborators. (Parsons produced several early AA albums and also provided some supporting guitar.) The result is a little more of a “band" feel; the centerpiece ...
George Benson: Absolute Benson
by Dave Hughes
This is George Benson's most satisfying albums in years! It should stand out as a highlight in his discography for years to come. The focus here is on Benson's guitar playing - and he is in fine form throughout! I don't mind his singing, I just think he's a good singer but a great guitarist. As ...
Les Double Six: Les Double Six
by Dave Hughes
Quick: name some of the most innovative, excellent vocal ensembles in jazz over the last half century. Your list would probably include such notable ensembles as Lambert, Hendricks, and Ross, Singers Unlimited, Manhattan Transfer, and New York Voices. Well, here's another group that belongs in that top echelon. At the same time Lambert, Hendricks, and Ross ...
Patrice Williamson: My Shining Hour
by Dave Hughes
Of all the newcomers that have arrived on the jazz vocal scene of late, Patrice Williamson is the most pleasant surprise. On her CD My Shining Hour , she demonstrates the difference between truly being a jazz singer, as opposed to a singer who sings jazz tunes. She possesses a full-bodied alto voice with impeccable pitch ...
Mark Winkler: Easy the Hard Way
by Dave Hughes
Mark Winkler, one of today's most underrecognized vocalists, has some decent CDs in his discography. He released three excellent contemporary CDs on Chase Music Group in the late eighties: Ebony Rain, Hottest Night of the Year , and Color of Love , all of which are well worth seeking out. 1995's brilliant Tales From Hollywood was ...
Lisa Bernstein: Free Me for the Joy
by Dave Hughes
Lisa B's Free Me For the Joy has a contemporary feel, a mixture of live band on some cuts, and programmed background on others. The entire program consists of Lisa B originals, with the exception of “Trane's Ride," which uses Trane's “Naima" in the background. They're devoid of cliche and formula, and most tunes have thoughtful, ...
Jane Monheit: Never Never Land
by Dave Hughes
At just 22 years of age, vocalist Jane Monheit shows that she has a long, promising career ahead. Monheit was the first runner-up in the 1998 Thelonius Monk Institute vocal competition. For her debut on N-coded Music, Never Never Land, Monheit benefits from an impressive all-star accompanying ensemble consisting of Kenny Barron (piano), Ron Carter (bass), ...
Jimmy Haslip: Red Heat
by Dave Hughes
Jimmy Haslip's second solo release showcases the extraordinary bassist in a heavily Latin setting; a departure from what we usually hear from him within the context of the Yellowjackets or his various sideman appearances. The CD is dedicated to his father, James J.F. Haslip, and his Puerto Rican heritage. Haslip's primary collaborator throughout the program is ...
