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Greg Lewis: Organ Monk
by Ernest Barteldes
Reinventing the music of Thelonious Monk is no easy task, but organist Greg Lewis does precisely that on Organ Monk. Backed solely by drummer Cindy Blackman and guitarist Ron Jackson, Lewis goes through fifteen of Monk's timeless classics, adapting them to the feel of an organ trio.Kicking off with an up-tempo take on “Tinkle ...
Joyce Cobb with the Michael Jefry Stevens Trio: Joyce Cobb with the Michael Jefry Stevens Trio
by C. Michael Bailey
If New York City is the cultural center of the universe, then Memphis, Tennessee is its crossroads, with the cutting edge and the traditional mingling in Memphis like two best friends. Jazz vocalist Joyce Cobb hails from Memphis, and that city's myriad of influences are evident in her singing. Certainly sophisticated as a jazz singer, Cobb's ...
David Bass: Gone
by Karl Ackermann
If Dave Bass ever decides to give up his day job as a Deputy Attorney General, he can validate that decision based on the quality of Gone. Bass returns to jazz after more than twenty years, but his priors include stints with Bobby McFerrin, global percussionist Babatunde Lea, and interpretive jazz vocalist Jackie Ryan. His Gone ...
James Moody "4B" Street Date August 25, 2010
James Moody 4B James Moody—tenor saxophone Kenny Barron—piano Todd Coolman—bass Lewis Nash—drums (IPOC1017) Street Date August 25, 2010 NEA Jazz Master James Moody returns to the recording scene with his sixth appearance on IPO, Moody 4B, the swinging sequel to last year's critically acclaimed Moody 4A. Made in New York City ...
Frank Wess - Honoree at All Nite Soul - October 10, 2010 - Saint Peter's Church
The Jazz Ministry at Saint Peter's Church announces Frank Wess NEA Jazz Master, Saxophonist and Flutist as the Honoree at All Night Soul 2010 Sunday, October 10 Saint Peter's Church, 619 Lexington (at 54th Street), New York City New York, NY—On this the 40th anniversary of All Nite Soul, the Jazz Ministry of Saint Peter's Church—the ...
Dave Wilson: Spiral
by Dan Bilawsky
Saxophonist Dave Wilson's Spiral isn't directed at one specific jazz-listening demographic. High-brow originals ("Spiral") line up next to new arrangements of neglected jazz works (Richie Beirach's “Elm"), while rock-based performances (Creed's “My Own Prison") reside near gentler soprano saxophone statements ("Summer Breezes"). Fortunately, disparate stylistic directions don't derail the overall sound or focus of this project ...
Stryker Slagle Band: Keeper
by Karl Ackermann
Guitarist Dave Stryker is one of the most prolific talents in jazz, with almost two dozen releases as a leader, and stints with artists including Stanley Turrentine and Jack McDuff. His unique style has garnered him a number of prestigious awards. No less productive is Stryker's long-time co-leader, saxophonist Steve Slagle, who has led his own ...
Ratko Zjaca: Continental Talk
by Karl Ackermann
When a group's credentials include bassist John Patitucci, drummer Steve Gadd and trumpeter Randy Brecker, it's not an unreasonable expectation to hear some quality jazz. What may be more surprising is that leader, guitarist and composer, Ratko Zjaca and his longtime collaborator, saxophonist, Stanislav Mitrovic, steal the show on Continental Talk. This revelation is almost entirely ...
The Return of the 5,000 lb. Man: A 75th Birthday Tribute to Rahsaan Roland Kirk
A friend of mine once asked me, “What's so great about Roland Kirk?" I told him, “If a five- thousand pound man was coming to town, would you go see him?" --Joel Dorn, Rahsaan's longtime friend and producer Rahsaan Roland Kirk (Aug. 7th, 1935--Dec. 5th, 1977) was a jazz multi-instrumentalist best known for his miraculous ability ...
Kelley Suttenfield's "Where Is Love?" CD Launch at Kitano on July 29, 2010
Rhombus Records recording artist Kelley Suttenfield officially launches her debut CD--Where Is Love?--at New York's KITANO on July 29, 2010 Sets at 8pm & 10pm KITANO 66 Park Avenue at E. 38th Street NYC 10016 No Cover, $15 minimum. Reservations advised: 212 885 -7119 With Michael Cabe- piano, Tony Romano--guitar; ...
