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Patricia Barber: Modern Cool
by Glenn Astarita
Patricia Barber's “Modern Cool" will most certainly be included in numerous polls and Top 10 lists for 1998. Patricia Barber is exhibiting all the characteristics of becoming a major force in the jazz community. The accolades have been substantial and overwhelming. Vocalist and composer Patricia Barber is a hip, sleek and cunning stylist who demonstrates impeccable ...
Jerry Bergonzi: Jerry Bergonzi Trio
by Glenn Astarita
Tenor saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi may not enjoy the same “marquee” status as the Michael Breckers and Joe Lovanos ; however, this distinguished Boston based tenor saxophonist can hang in there with the best of the lot. The Jerry Bergonzi Trio is yet another fine release from Double-Time Records. The Trio comprises Bergonzi (tenor sax), Dan Wall ...
Bruce Barth: Hope Springs Eternal
by Glenn Astarita
On “Hope Springs Eternal” veteran East Coast pianist Bruce Barth is supported by a fine entourage consisting of Steve Wilson: alto/soprano saxophones/flute; Ed Howard: bass and Adam Cruz drums. The title cut leads off with Barth’s melodic touch and Wilson’s lush lyrical soprano. Barth is the pilot here as he’s prone to shift gears and investigate ...
Ben Allison: Medicine Wheel
by Glenn Astarita
Ben Allison asserts: “The Medicine Wheel is a mirror in which the universe is reflected. Any idea, person or object can be such a mirror". Derived from North American Indian beliefs Allison's somewhat mystical approach adheres to the overall attitude behind his music and the band's execution. The Septet aptly called “Medicine Wheel" is a conglomerate ...
Mark Dresser: Eye'll Be Seeing You
by Glenn Astarita
The cd artwork of “Eye’ll Be Seeing You” alludes to the famous “eyeball” scene(s) in the classic 1929 Luis Bunuel/Salvadore Dali film “Chien Andalou”. Admittedly, I have not scene this film in years; however, it was cinematically light years ahead of its time and obviously surrealistic. Bassist and composer Mark Dresser has in turn, written a ...
David S. Ware: Go See The World
by Glenn Astarita
“Go See The World” represents tenor saxophonist David S Ware’s initial and much anticipated release for Columbia Records. Branford Marsalis’ recent appointment as creative consultant for the label’s jazz division has paved the way for Ware’s induction to Columbia Records. Historically, tenure at Columbia for non-mainstream jazz musicians of similar backgrounds namely Henry Threadgill and David ...
Vernon Reid, Elliot Sharp, David Torn: GTR OBLQ
by Glenn Astarita
Guitar summits take on new connotations with the advent of GTR OBLQ. Recorded live in New York's Knitting Factory, GTR OBLQ takes us into the 21st Century with digital loops, limitless EFX, electronic rhythms, sonic mayhem and stunning electric guitar expertise by Elliot Sharp, David Torn and Vernon Reid. Much anticipation has surrounded ...
The Indica Project: Horn Ok Please
by Glenn Astarita
“The Indica Project" is an ensemble of dissimilar musicians who have constructed a palatable, highly entertaining recording that draws upon East Indian rhythms and cultural perspectives. The title “Horn Ok Please" is an Indian road song/slogan, which is painted on the tailgate of trucks throughout India. Guitarist D. Wood and a bassist who goes by the ...
Harriet Tubman: I Am A Man
by Glenn Astarita
Harriet Tubman is: Brandon Ross guitar; Melvin Gibbs bass and J.T. Lewis drums. Titled: “I Am A Man”, this reviewer will deviate from researching any hidden agenda or subliminal message; however, I can ascertain without reservation that these three “NYC Downtown Scene” veterans have produced an enthusiastic outing which traverses many frontiers. “Freedom of Expression” is ...
Bjornstad/Darling/Christensen/Rypdal: The Sea II
by Glenn Astarita
Unsurprisingly, “The Sea II” is the follow up to the 1995 ECM recording, “The Sea”. Pianist Ketil Bjornstad enlists the same cast which is: Terje Rypdal: guitar, David Darling: cello and Jon Christensen on drums. This outing seems more fragmented than “The Sea”. Rypdal gets more space to stretch out but his soaring guitar pyrotechnics seem ...
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