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Marian McPartland: Piano Jazz with Mary Lou Williams
by Terrell Kent Holmes
Pianist and world treasure Marian McPartland, who received a NARAS Trustees Award at this year’s Grammy Awards, has hosted her radio show Piano Jazz for about a quarter century. The Jazz Alliance label has captured a few of these jewels on CD, including the wonderful premiere featuring the very underappreciated pianist, arranger and composer Mary Lou ...
George Colligan: Mad Science
by Terrell Kent Holmes
Noted keyboardist, group leader and ubiquitous sideman George Colligan has applied his chops to the Hammond B-3 with his latest release, Mad Science, which is also the name of the trio he's assembled: guitarist Tom Guarna, drummer Rodney Holmes and guest star Gary Thomas on tenor sax and flute.“Barbarians" is a funk-driven opener. Colligan ...
Music for Guitar: Ken Hatfield & Bill McCormick
by Terrell Kent Holmes
Ken HatfieldThe Surrealist Table Arthur Circle Music Ken Hatfield is among the few jazz guitarists who ply their trade via the nylon string acoustic guitar. His latest release, The Surrealist Table , is an allusive collection of original compositions that showcases his proficiency both at writing interesting material and applying ...
Papo Vasquez: Carnival in San Juan
by Terrell Kent Holmes
Trombonist/composer/arranger Papo Vazquez, along with his group Pirates Troubadours, has just unleashed Carnival in San Juan, a multifaceted celebration which captures the spirit of its title. And the title cut is quite an opening statement. Vazquez’ solo bursts with rapid-fire phrases, and tenor man Willie Williams follows with a rollicking upper register attack. Pianist ...
The MaxJazz Horn Series with Terell Stafford and Jeremy Pelt
by Terrell Kent Holmes
MaxJazz marks the inception of its Horn Series with new works from two of jazz's most dynamic young trumpeters. Terell Stafford New Beginnings MaxJazz2004 Terell Stafford gives us New Beginnings , an eclectic blend of standards, spirituals and originals. The disc opens with ...
Don Braden: The New Hang
by Terrell Kent Holmes
The ever youthful Don Braden has released his 12th recording as a leader, The New Hang , a splendid collection which showcases not only his prowess as one of jazz' tenor ambassadors but the prowess of a stellar supporting cast. Things start off with a surprisingly jaunty and upbeat version of Chaka Khan's “Through the Fire." ...
Dr. Lonnie Smith: The Doctor is In...
by Terrell Kent Holmes
Dr. Lonnie Smith, a pillar in the jazz pantheon, is one of the most influential organists to ever man the helm of the Hammond B-3, an instrument he refers to paradoxically as both “the monster" and “the love of my life". His dynamic playing and prolific composing is featured on over 70 recordings, and he has ...
Tuey Connell: Under the Influence
by Terrell Kent Holmes
On Under the Influence, Tuey Connell displays a versatility that transcends his singing. He also plays the guitar and banjo and contributes a trio of original songs to the lineup. The band supporting his effort is top-notch: Steve Klink on piano, Henning Gailing on bass, Markus Rieck on drums and Geof Bradfield on tenor sax.
Poncho Sanchez: Out of Sight!
by Terrell Kent Holmes
Percussion master Poncho Sanchez returns lovingly to his soul/R&B roots on Out of Sight, roots which are dipped heavily in salsa. His band features seven hitters, plus some very special people are along for the ride.A Latin arrangement of Ray Charles' rendition of "One Mint Julep" gets things going. Fred Wesley (misspelled "Westley" in ...
Eri Yamamoto: Three Feel
by Terrell Kent Holmes
As the denizens of Arthur's Tavern in Greenwich Village undoubtedly know, pianist Eri Yamamoto is one of jazz's most dynamic new talents. Her new CD, Three Feel, gives the listener an idea of what her audiences are treated to each week. Joining her on this trio date are drummer Ikuo Takeuchi and bassist Alan Hampton.
