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Craig Yaremko: Sync
by Woodrow Wilkins
Chemistry. The term can refer to a number of things. In music, it represents that just-right, often perfect, blend of sounds when musicians complement one another well. Chemistry is what you get on saxophonist Craig Yaremko's Sync.Yaremko is a fixture on the New York jazz scene. His experience has included live performances of classical, ...
Nathan Eklund Group: The Crooked Line
by Woodrow Wilkins
Nathan Eklund may only have been recording as a bandleader for a few years, but he already belongs in the class of such artists as Randy Brecker, Rick Braun and, perhaps, the greats he counts among his inspirations. Born near Seattle, Washington, Eklund began playing trumpet at age eleven, and later added the flugelhorn.
The Puppini Sisters: Betcha Bottom Dollar
by Woodrow Wilkins
The Andrews Sisters revisited? Not exactly. But the Puppini Sisters do capture their spirit, look and sound with their U.S. debut, Betcha Bottom Dollar. With three-part harmony, the trio brings 1940s music into the present-day, mixing some World War II-era classics with more contemporary pop and even disco selections--all done in the style popularized by the ...
New York Voices: A Day Like This
by Woodrow Wilkins
At first listen, the New York Voices may bring to mind another two-man, two-woman quartet: The Manhattan Transfer. Both groups harmonize beautifully, and their members take turns as lead vocalist. However, the Transfer is known mostly for vocalization--adding lyrics to previously recorded instrumental songs. New York Voices also do that, but the group covers more songs ...
Instant Karma: Amnesty International's Campaign To Save Darfur
by Woodrow Wilkins
Various Artists Instant Karma: Amnesty International's Campaign To Save Darfur Warner Bros. 2007 Humanitarian efforts have long been an element of popular music. Band Aid, Farm Aid and a plethora of relief concerts have shown the compassionate side of artists. Now, a host of performers have come together to raise ...
Carolyn Leonhart and Wayne Escoffery: If Dreams Come True
by Woodrow Wilkins
A charming vocalist with solid roots and versatility is a good thing. A saxophonist who can play with verve while also covering a variety of styles is equally good. Put the two together, and you've got a match made in musical heaven. Enter Carolyn Leonhart and Wayne Escoffery, a duo who met on Valentine's Day in ...
Abigail Riccards: When The Night Is New
by Woodrow Wilkins
Young female jazz vocalists often launch their recording careers with fresh interpretations of standards. While some of these ventures are successful, it all too often happens that we never hear from these divas again. Hopefully, that will not be the case with Abigail Riccards, whose When the Night Is New certainly fits the mold left by ...
Billy Taylor and Gerry Mulligan: Live at MCG
by Woodrow Wilkins
The typical jazz listener easily tires of hearing standards covered by newer artists. However, it's occasionally good to hear the masters revisit some of these old compositions--a way of staying connected. Jazz legends Billy Taylor and Gerry Mulligan have done that with Live at MCG. The Manchester Craftsmen's Guild is a non-profit organization in Pittsburgh, USA ...
Stanley Clarke: The Toys of Men
by Woodrow Wilkins
Some artists are excellent songwriters. Others are expert composers. Stanley Clarke belongs to the latter group--a creator of music for art's sake rather than one who is limited to popular songs. His skill for composition comes through strongly on The Toys of Men. Clarke, a pioneering electric bassist, has been a force on ...
Candy Dulfer: Candy Store
by Woodrow Wilkins
Candy Dulfer was just twenty years old when she scored her first international hit, “Lily Was Here, a duet with Eurhythmics guitarist Dave Stewart. At that time, she was already an experienced saxophonist, having started at the age of six, heavily influenced by her father, jazz saxophonist Hans Dulfer. Though “Lily Was Here performed well on ...
