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James Carter/Cyrus Chestnut/Reginald Veal/Ali Jackson: Gold Sounds
by Michael McCaw
Of all the source material available to musicians nowadays, the indie-rock band Pavement probably wouldn't rank high on many jazz tribute lists. Nonetheless, James Carter, Cyrus Chestnut, Reginald Veal, and Ali Jackson recorded a striking album of the group's compositions over the course of two days last fall. Clocking in at just over 44 minutes, Gold ...
James Carter Organ Trio: Out of Nowhere: Live at the Blue Note
by John Kelman
When James Carter burst onto the scene a dozen years ago, it was akin to the second coming. Not since the 1960s had someone emerged with so potent a combination of astounding advanced and extended techniques, fiery intensity, and unfettered imagination. Clearly well-versed in the mainstream, Carter nevertheless approached it from the left with a rawness ...
Gardenias for Lady Day
By James Carter
Label: Columbia Records
Released: 2004
Track listing: 1. Gloria (Byas) - 6:01
2. Sunset (Calloway/Harding/Ricks) - 5:24
3. (I Wonder) Where Our Love Has Gone (Johnson) - 6:22
4. I'm in a Low Down Groove (Jacobs) - 4:39
5. Strange Fruit (Allan) - 4:20
6. A Flower Is a Lovesome Thing (Strayhorn) - 5:54
7. Indian Summer (Herbert V.) - 6:52
8. More Than You Know (Eliscu/Rose/Youmans) - 6:37
Live at Baker's Keyboard Lounge
By James Carter
Label: Warner Music Group
Released: 2004
Track listing: Tricotism; Soul Street; Freedom Jazz Dance; I Can't Get Started; Free and Easy; Low Flame; Sack Full of Dreams
James Carter: Live at Baker's Keyboard Lounge & Two Dreams
by Russ Musto
James Carter Live at Baker's Keyboard Lounge Warner Bros. 2004 James Carter is a passionate player whose solos are frequently pushed over the top by his awesome virtuosity. That tendency is put to good use on this live extravaganza recorded before a raucous crowd at Baker's Keyboard Lounge. Joined by ...
James Carter: Live at Baker's Keyboard Lounge
by Chris M. Slawecki
In 2001, James Carter commanded soprano, tenor, and baritone saxophones on one of the most famous jazz stages in his Detroit hometown, leading keyboardists Gerald Gibbs and Kenn Cox, trumpeter Dwight Adams, bassist Ralphe Armstrong, and drummers Leonard King and Richard “Pistol" Allen, plus special guests, through three hot summer nights. Just like he ...
James Carter: Gardenias for Lady Day
by Germein Linares
Saxophonist James Carter pays tribute to Billie Holiday on Gardenias for Lady Day. This is the first recording by Carter since his tribute to another jazz icon, Django Reinhardt, on Chasin' the Gypsy. An extremely creative and adaptable musician, Carter's multi-reed talents are valuable and welcomed additions. The new rhythm section of pianist John Hicks, bassist ...
James Carter: Gardenias for Lady Day
by Jeff Stockton
While not quite James Carter in Satin, this homage to the music and spirit of Billie Holiday overflows with silky soloing, noirish ballads, and romantic orchestration, with the leader’s own distinctive and identifiable voice prominently featured on no less than six horns. Carter’s arresting baritone saxophone comes up from under on “A Flower is a Lovesome ...
Gardenias For Lady Day
By James Carter
Label: Columbia Records
Released: 2003
Track listing: Gloria; Sunset; (I Wonder) Where Our Love Has Gone; I
James Carter: Gardenias For Lady Day
by Jim Santella
James Carter with strings. Carter's tribute to the memory of Billie Holiday weaves lyrical melodies around his own trademark enthusiasm. His desire to build upon what our jazz ancestors laid down for us has matured. Instead of far-out creations that few could understand and that many would bicker with, the 34-year-old saxophone sensation serves ...
