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Jan Garbarek: In Praise of Dreams
by Mark F. Turner
The late night radio escapades of the '80s introduced the instrumental music style dubbed New Age, which demonstrated a different path from the over-commercialized contemporary scene, yet also appealed to audiences who desired more creative, meditative, and structured music. Groups such as Tangerine Dream and pianist George Winston filled the airwaves with an assorted mix of ...
Nico Di Battista/Rrok Jakaj/Gianluca Fuiano: The Dream
by Mark F. Turner
By combining world music influences of modern Italy, Brazil, and other locales with styles including tango and flamenco, The Dream challenges yet embraces many categories to create music that is modern yet retains the rich history of its many roots. This end result is accomplished by three Italian musicians: guitarist Nico Di Battista, percussionist Gianluca Fuiano, ...
Gorka Benitez: S
by Mark F. Turner
With warmth and a rich brown tone, Barcelona saxophonist Gorka Benitez plays with empathy and a rustic quality. The veteran musician has been at the core of Spain's jazz scene for over ten years and has seen recent stints with artists such as pianist Emilio Solla y Afines and trumpeter John McNeil. While Benitez has been ...
Half Note Records: Elvin Jones and Jeff "Tain" Watts
by Mark F. Turner
Two outstanding live recordings by two dynamic drummers. Elvin Jones Jazz Machine The Truth: Heard Live at the Blue Note Half Note Records 2004 The spirit of the esteemed and beloved drummer Elvin Jones will continue in the hearts of fans and musicians in spite of his untimely death in ...
Yohimbe Brothers: The Tao of Yo
by Mark F. Turner
Hard rock psycho-turntabulism that pushes the envelope. The Yohimbe Brothers once again deliver their eclectic blend of rock, DJ mixing, rap lyrics, and other elements on The Tao of Yo. The duo, whose name is based loosely on an African herbal aphrodisiac, consists of guitarist Vernon Reid (Living Colour, Vernon Reid & Masque) and turntablist DJ ...
The Lynne Arriale Trio: Come Together
by Mark F. Turner
The Lynne Arriale Trio is yet another distinguished piano trio on the current jazz scene. Along with drummer Steve Davis and bassist Jay Anderson, Lynne Arriale celebrates their tenth anniversary release with Come Together and gives new listeners a taste of their own identity with fresh performances and superb musicianship. Past releases Arise and Inspiration have ...
Josh Workman: Jumpin' At the Border
by Mark F. Turner
From the sounds of Josh Workman's debut release, he could very well be a guitar Renaissance man. His new release covers a lot of ground in jazz styles ranging from bop, Latin, and Brazilian to gypsy and even blues. The music recalls the greats--Django, Bandolim, Dizzy, Ella, Pass, Vaughan, Ellington, Bird, and others. While it might ...
Branford Marsalis: Eternal
by Mark F. Turner
It takes skill to perform a jazz ballad effectively. It's one thing to burn notes with rapid-fire precision, yet another to explore the intricacies of slower ones. Not only is the music a factor, but the dynamics of mood, style, and emotion also come into play. There have been many jazz ballad recordings and now one ...
Charlie Hunter & Bobby Previte as Groundtruther: Latitude
by Mark F. Turner
Take three popular and progressive mainstream jazz artists with distinct reputations and styles. Throw in a recording label known for diverse music. Add a heavy dose of experimentation, and stir. Latitude is the first of three recordings featuring guitarist Charlie Hunter and drummer Bobby Previte in their side venture group, Groundtruther. Each recording will feature a ...
Yotam Silberstein Trio: The Arrival
by Mark F. Turner
Add another one to your list of young and noteworthy jazz guitarists. The award-winning Israeli jazz trio led by guitarist Yotam Silberstein debuts The Arrival with a most striking display of energy, confidence, and ability. Joined by musicians and close friends bassist Gilad Abro and drummer Doron Tirosh, the trio is serious in its execution of ...
