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Borah Bergman & Oliver Lake: "A New Organization" Live at the Knitting Factory
by Glenn Astarita
New York based modern jazz pianist Borah Bergman and alto-soprano saxophonist Oliver Lake go at it in a series of highly interactive duets recorded “Live at the Knitting Factory”. On “A New Organization” the duo provide plenty of expressive dialogue and seemingly intuitive improvisations while Oliver Lake, a long-standing member of the World Saxophone Quartet revisits ...
Ivo Perelman: Brazilian Watercolour
by Glenn Astarita
Brazilian saxophonist Ivo Perelman cannot be accused of being lethargic or laid back. His energy level may rival that of American saxophonist David S. Ware; however, Perelman’s uniqueness lies within his South American roots and later day Trane or Albert Ayler modernistic approach. On “Brazilian Watercolour”, Perelman utilizes ex-Coltrane drummer Rashied Ali and long time David ...
Motor Totemist Guild: City Of Mirrors
by Glenn Astarita
West Coast Renaissance man, James Grigsby returns with the latest incarnation of the ever-innovative Motor Totemist Guild. On “City Of Mirrors”, Grigsby (composer, producer, & computer operator) enlists West Coast jazz & studio legends, Vinny Golia (saxophones, clarinets) and Brad Dutz (vibes, marimba) along with a hefty cast of top-notch musicians. Par for the course and ...
Dave Douglas: Convergence
by Glenn Astarita
On “Convergence” the brilliant trumpeter-composer Dave Douglas pursues new territory following up on “Parallel Worlds” and the more recent “Five”. Douglas once again utilizes the sparkling talents of violinist Mark Feldman and cellist Erik Friedlander as the combination of strings, trumpet, and rhythm section consisting of Drew Gress (bass) and Michael Sarin (drums) create music that ...
Dominic Duval & The Equinox Trio: Equinox
by Glenn Astarita
Bassist Dominic Duval steps out into the avant-garde with his Equinox Trio featuring cellist Tomas Ulrich and pianist Michael Jefry Stevens. After last year’s successful outing with saxophonist Mark Whitecage, Duval puts his session-man status aside with a project that is complex, multi-colored and definitely borders free jazz and modern classicism. Paratum “The Whisper” contains contrasting ...
Orange Then Blue: Hold The Elevator-Live in Europe and other haunts
by Glenn Astarita
Brand new from GM Recordings is Orange Then Blue’s “Hold The Elevator-Live In Europe And Other Haunts”. OTB have released several excellent recordings since the mid 90’s as these musicians are among modern jazz’s best and brightest. The opener, “Alino Oro” by saxophonist Chris Speed, parallels some of the recent work and involvement with the innovative ...
New York Jazz Collective: I Don't Know This World Without Don Cherry
by Glenn Astarita
Released by Naxos Jazz in 1997, “I Don’t Know This World Without Don Cherry” is a noteworthy homage to the late Trumpeter/Composer. Cherry’s lasting influence in modern jazz needs no elaboration here; however, The New York Jazz Collective delve into the creative spirit of Cherry’s vast musical legacy. Multi-reedman Marty Ehrlich composed the title track and ...
Brasserie Trio: Musique Mecanique
by Glenn Astarita
On “Musique Mecanique” luminaries of Italian’s vibrant jazz scene converge under the auspices of the “Brasserie Trio” which has performed as a unit on and off for 7 years. This recording was recorded live in Pisa Italy last year. As the liners suggest...this band does not rely on electronics or PA systems; therefore, the Trio is ...
What We Live: Never Was
by Glenn Astarita
“Never Was” was recorded in 1996 and released in 1998 on Black Saint records. “What We Live” primarily operate as a Trio yet frequently collaborate with special guest artists as in the excellent “Quintet For A Day” (see March 99 AAJ review). On “Never Was” Larry Ochs, Lisle Ellis and Don Robinson get back to the ...
Anthony Braxton: News From The 70's
by Glenn Astarita
“News From The 70s” represents recently unearthed tapes found within the bowels of Mr. Braxton’s basement. The insightful liner notes written by Italian jazz luminary Francesco Martinelli, reveal the processes and criterion implemented for this project as Martinelli put the gears in motion along with Braxton’s assistance. Anthony Braxton’s fertile 1970’s period quickly established this esteemed ...
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