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Matthew Shipp: Elastic Aspects
by William Carey
There is a moment fairly early on in pianist Matthew Shipp's Elastic Aspects, when the solo piano that has been hypnotizing for several minutes ends and is replaced by a rather angry and anxious sounding bass, bowed fervently by trio mate Michael Bisio. It is startling, and is soon replaced by the feathery light drumming of ...
Matthew Shipp Trio: Elastic Aspects
by Troy Collins
From the sublime introspection of Bill Evans' legendary trio to the unfettered expressionism of Cecil Taylor's various units, the acoustic piano trio has proven to be one of the jazz tradition's most versatile and enduring configurations. Underscored by percussion, the pairing of two chord-based instruments facilitates a wide range of melodic, harmonic and rhythmic freedom, enabling ...
Matthew Shipp Trio: Elastic Aspects
by Mark Corroto
When speaking of the development of the piano trio, talk inevitably turns to its different lineups, such a the evolution of Bill Evans' trio before and after the Scott LaFaro, or the differing approaches of drummers Paul Motian and Joe La Barbera. For Matthew Shipp, his latest company signals a sort of turning point--perhaps even a ...
Matthew Shipp: Elastic Aspects
by Chris Rich
Elasticity is expressed throughout this Matthew Shipp trio release in the deftness of transitions, the focused investigations of central elements in music and a selection structure that has its own striking cohesion. The piano gets its elaborate discovery expedition with corresponding investigations from bassist Michael Bisio and drummer Whit Dickey. Recorded in July ...
Matthew Shipp Counts His Blessings for 2011
Matthew Shipp's ten highlights of the year 1.The reception of my cd ”Art of the Improviser”. 2. Gigging with my trio with Michael Bisio and Whit Dickey,not only great players, but incredible people to share road life with. 3. Recording my upcoming 2012 CD Elastic Aspects with my trio of Bisio and Dickey. 4. Continuing to ...
Matthew Shipp Enters His Second Decade with the Exhilarating Trio Release “Elastic Aspects” Feb 2012
"Subversive," “cantankerous," “pugilistic" are words that have been used to describe Matthew Shipp but in reality he is proudly paradoxical, confounding the listener with exhilarating leaps from traditional to parts unknown. Striking a singular path at once ultra modern yet embedded in deep historic musical roots, Shipp's presentation is both organic and science fiction. He wears ...
Matthew Shipp Trio Comes To The Historic Bohemian Caverns, Washington DC on November 6th
Pianist Matthew Shipp is one of the hottest items in the New York City jazz scene. He offers a vibe that is distinguished with intriguing and challenging displays. The Matthew Shipp Trio will perform sets at 7:00 and 8:30 PM to be followed by an informal kick-off and toast to the new project, The Composer: An ...
Thirsty Ear at Stone Curated by Peter Gordon: October 1-15
In 1990, Thirsty Ear made its emergence as a record label of its own, quickly accelerating its position and becoming one of the top alternative independent labels within the U.S. music industry. Since its beginning in 2000, the story of the Blue Series has been one of focused, organic evolution. From free jazz masters, legends in ...
Matthew Shipp Trio Celebrates Art of the Improviser at the Stone October 7th and 8th
As a part of Thirsty Ear Recordings' two week celebration of jazz at the Stone in New York City, titled “NY NOW!" and curated by label president Peter Gordon, the Matthew Shipp Trio will be performing music from Matthew Shipp's 2011 release “Art of the Improviser," with Michael Bisio on bass and Whit Dickey on drums. ...
Thirsty Ear at The Stone (NYC) October 1st to the 15th
Tapping into the vast resources of Thirsty Ear's much-heralded Blue Series, President Peter Gordon will be curating two weeks at The Stone, from October 1st to October 15th. From free jazz masters, legends in their own time, to some of the most innovative hip-hop and electronic music producers, to individuals whose music defies any such labeling, ...
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