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Steve Herberman: Thought Lines
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Herberman's solos are terrific: uncluttered and meaningful, they command attention - especially "I Wish I KNew" and his own "Scurryin'." This leader is generous with the spotlight, and his bandmates supply some wonderful moments, like Bruce Swain's satiny tenor solos and Dominic Smith's hand-drumming on the playful "Nobody Else But Me." Charlie Christian's "A Smooth One" is the ultimate truth in packaging, the quartet swings like mad on "Jeannine" and "Scurryin'," and there's a splendid version of "Laura" with just bass and guitar.
Thought Lines offers a varied mix of mood and approach, all tasteful and direct, showcasing Herberman's compositional gifts on four tracks. For me, one sure sign of writing talent is when I can't get a new melody out of my head. Weeks after hearing it, the intriguing title track is still in there, and I expect this CD will also remain in my player for a long time.
Track Listing
I Wish I Knew, Thought Lines, Nobody Else but Me, A Smooth One, Criss Cross, Laura, Scurryin', Scooter's Blues, Jeannine, Extended Cruise, Isfahan
Personnel
Steve Herberman
guitar, electricSteve Herberman (guitar, composer), Bruce Swaim (tenor sax), Victor Dvoskin (bass), Dominic Smith (drums)
Album information
Title: Thought Lines | Year Released: 2003 | Record Label: Reach Music
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About Steve Herberman
Instrument: Guitar, electric
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