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Harry Allen: Eu Nao Quero Dancar (I Won't Dance)
by C. Andrew Hovan
There's a true universal appeal to Brazilian music. Somehow the exuberant lilting quality it possesses has an uplifting effect on music lovers everywhere. Maybe that's why there was an avalanche of bossa nova projects to appear in the '60s. Not to mention that Jobim has continued to sell records and have his classics performed by countless ...
Sam Rivers' Rivbea All-Star Orchestra: Inspiration
by Glenn Astarita
Culled from the name of his well-known 1970’s New York City jazz loft “Studio Rivbea”, the esteemed saxophonist-composer Sam Rivers returns to the recording scene with the “Rivbea All-Star Orchestra”. Here, Rivers along with an ensemble of multi-talented modern jazz musicians of whom are probably half his age, perform several pieces which, as Rivers states..”Could easily ...
Duke Ellington: Ellington Centennial Releases
by C. Andrew Hovan
The 100th anniversary of the birth of bandleader and composer Duke Ellington came this past April. In its wake, the record companies decided to take advantage of the momentous occasion to put together some fine reissue packages, some quite large and others single disc affairs, that will please many an Ellington devotee and hopefully market the ...
Steve Coleman and Five Elements: The Sonic Language of Myth
by AAJ Staff
The '90s have kept alto saxophonist Steve Coleman busy. Among his many projects, the Five Elements group represents some of his most coherent music. As opposed to groups like the Mystic Rhythm Society, his Five Elements group has always maintained a funkier edge and a deeper groove.The idea of the material on The Sonic ...
Buddy Rich: Stick It
by John Sharpe
One of a kind drum virtuoso Buddy Rich recorded a number of albums for RCA during the 70s. Their quality ranged from the very good (Rich In London), to average (A Different Drummer and Plays And Plays And Plays), to the truly dreadful (Speak No Evil). I would add Stick It, recorded in 1972, to the ...
Lisa Ekdahl: Back To Earth
by John Sharpe
Lisa Ekdahl was a pop star in her native Sweden before she decided to crossover into the jazz field. Her debut jazz effort, When Did You Leave Heaven, (in spite of so-so reviews) sold over 100.000 copies worldwide. Lisa shows signs of improvement throughout Back to Earth, yet for some listeners her squeaky, girlish voice may ...
Andy Summers: Green Chimneys
by Jack Bowers
Although I don’t mean to sound as though I’m damning with faint praise, Green Chimneys is better than I thought it might be. Guitarist Andy Summers, best known for his work with the rock group the Police, is, as it turns out, a longtime fan of Thelonious Monk, hence this well–meaning if not always riveting tribute ...
Steve Coleman: The Sonic Language of Myth
by Jack Bowers
A lot of sound and fury here. Signifying what? Well, according to RCA Victor’s publicity department, The Sonic Language of Myth is “a philosophical journey in sound. Incorporating ancient philosophical, astrological and musical precepts into his compositional foundation, Steve Coleman presents his way of hearing and experiencing music.” And since these precepts are so ancient, who’s ...
Buddy Rich: Stick It
by Jack Bowers
There have been many outstanding big bands in the relatively brief history of Jazz as we know it — but only one Buddy Rich. He wasn’t called “Mr. Drums” for nothing. You take any band, I don’t care whose, and place Buddy in the drum chair, and it’ll sound better. Not slightly better, mind you; I’m ...
Duke Ellington: The Duke Ellington Centennial Edition: The Complete RCA Victor Recordings (1927-1973)
by Mitch Myers
Edward Kennedy Ellington came into this world on April 29th, 1899. On this hundredth anniversary of his birth, it's important to remember that Duke Ellington was the greatest jazz bandleader/composer that America has ever seen. While there are a slew of great CD re-issues being made available to commemorate the Duke's immense contribution to jazz, none ...
