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1964: Anthony Williams - Life Time |
Hard-bop, Post-bop |
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 Artist: Tony Williams Album: Life Time Label: Blue Note Year: 1964 Format, Bitrate: MP3 192 kbps :S Time: 38.3 min Size: 51 Mb AMG Rating:  Drummer Tony Williams' first recording as a leader (made when he was 18 and still billed as Anthony Williams) gave him an opportunity to utilize an advanced group of musicians: tenor saxophonist Sam Rivers, vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson, pianist Herbie Hancock, and both Richard Davis and Gary Peacock on bass. Williams wrote all four of the pieces and has a different combination of players on each song. The freely improvised "Memory" features Hutcherson, Hancock, and Williams in some colorful and at times spacy interplay; "Barb's Song to the Wizard" is a Hancock-Ron Carter duet; "Tomorrow Afternoon" has Rivers, Peacock and Williams in a trio; and all of the musicians (except Hutcherson) are on the sidelong "2 Pieces of One." The unpredictable music holds one's interest; a very strong debut for the masterful drummer. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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1976: Ted Curson - Blue Piccolo |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Ted Curson Album: Blue Piccolo Label: Why Not / Candid Year: 1976; Release: 2009 Format, bitrate: FLAC Size: 235 MB One of the hippest records ever cut by trumpeter Ted Curson - and that's saying a lot, because all his records are pretty darn hip! Curson's working in a quartet with Jim McNeely on piano, Cecil McBee on bass, and Steve McCall on drums - and the group's a lot tighter than some of Curson's other ones from the late 70s, grooving away with a slight nod to freedom, but also a hard jazz swing that never loses its drive. The vibe is great -- soulful and soaring, but very focused too -- and titles include "Dwacki Mum Fudalick", "Blue Piccolo", "Playhouse March", and "Song Of The Lonely". CD also features bonus tracks not on the original LP! © 1996-2010, Dusty Groove America, Inc. |
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1989: Eddie Daniels - Blackwood |
Hard-bop, Post-bop |
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 Artist: Eddie Daniels Album: Blackwood Label: GRP Records Year: 1989 Format, bitrate: flac Time: 46:32 Size: 269mb Eddie Daniels is such a monster on the clarinet that all of his GRP recordings are worth acquiring. This one, however, due to the somewhat commercial nature of some of the tunes (and the lightly funky rhythm sections), is of lesser interest compared to the classics such as Breakthrough. Daniels sounds fine but he is far better than much of the material (generally written by either the clarinetist, Rob Mounsey or Dave Grusin). ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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2011: Richie Beirach - Impressions of Tokyo: Ancient City Of The Future |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Richie Beirach Album: Impressions of Tokyo: Ancient City Of The Future Label: Outnote Records Year: 2011 Format, bitrate: MP3, CBR 320 Kbps Time: 57:14 Size: 132 Mb Solo expression will reveal someone’s true character mercilessly. The fainthearted should abstain! Richie Beirach, New Yorker residing in Leipzig (Germany), most certainly doesn’t lack personality. His has been strengthened by forty years of practice in which he combines the discipline of a classical training with the vertigo of improvisation.
Richie has a deep knowledge of Japan – no less than 26 visits since the Seventies with numerous concerts and recordings – and doesn’t hide his admiration for its impressive culture and respect for art and music in all its forms. Under his fingers, Tokyo reveals itself in its duality, at the crossroads of tradition and modernity. His « impressions » follow like a series of snapshots presented in the form of haikus, the purest of poetic forms (3 verses of invariably 5, 7 and 5 syllables). Make no mistake; this freely chosen constraint enables Richie Beirach to go straight to the heart of the matter. Whether evoking the Japan of times immemorial – Kabuki theatre, stone gardens surrounding monasteries, flowering cherries, or even earthquakes …, or the Japan of today - the Shinkansen (Bullet train), Kurosawa’s movies, Takemitsu’s music… he appears alternatively sober, almost ascetic, or dense, searching the entrails of the piano. In other words: how can one translate, without betrayal, the Tokyoite soul and the daily life of millions of city dwellers? With this journey to Tokyo, Richie Beirach reaches this form of Zen serenity which is simply the prerogative of the greatest. ~ Outnote Records |
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2011: Charles McPherson - What Is Love |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Charles McPherson Album: What Is Love Label: Arabesque Recordings Year: 2011 Quality: MP3@320 kbps Size: 130 mb Total time: 57:14 McPherson remains a strong, viable force on the jazz scene today. He is at the height of his powers. His playing combines passionate feeling with intricate patterns of improvisation. Throughout his four decades of being an integral performer of the music, Charles has not merely remained true to his BOP origins, but has expanded on them. Stanley Crouch says in his New York Times article on Charles. “He is a singular voice who has never sacrificed the fluidity of his melody making, and is held in high esteem by musicians both long seasoned and young.” ~ All About Jazz |
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1985: Slide Hampton Quintet - Roots |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Slide Hampton Quintet Album: Roots Label: Criss Cross Jazz Year: 1985; Release: 1991 Format: FLAC Time: 70 : 39 Size: 426 MB AMG Rating:  A tremendous 1985 quintet session with trombonist Slide Hampton heading a distinguished group and nicely teaming with tenor saxophonist Clifford Jordan in a first-rate hard bop front line. The rhythm section's quality isn't far behind, especially pianist Cedar Walton and drummer Billy Higgins. ~ Ron Wynn, All Music Guide |
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1992: Jan Garbarek Group - Twelve Moons |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Jan Garbarek Group Album: Twelve Moons Label: ECM Year:1992 Format, bitrate: mp3; 320 kb/s Size: 176 Mb AMG rating  This 1992 recording by the Garbarek Group has their customary blend of Norwegian folk themes and original compositions, with the leader's big-toned soprano and tenor saxophones at the heart of a music that combines cool lyricism and intense, if restrained, passion. It's the emotion that Garbarek can concentrate in a single note that distinguishes his work. His soprano is a keening wail in the unaccompanied introduction to "Brother Wind March," his high-register tenor an impassioned cry on "The Tall Tear Trees." Rainer Brüninghaus's piano provides a reflectively lyrical contrast, while the shifting rhythms of percussionists Manu Katché and Marilyn Mazur add variety to the reiterated themes. The CD is filled with distinctively Norwegian touches. Grieg's "Arietta" is a wistful vehicle for Garbarek's soprano, while the traditional "Gautes-Margjit" is the briefest of melodies. The haunting "Psalm" is sung by Agnes Buen Garnås with whom Garbarek recorded Rosenfole, while Mari Boine, singer and Laplander activist, performs her "Darvanam" with just Garbarek's tenor as accompaniment, invoking another world of musical possibilities. The CD concludes with a serenely beautiful version of Jim Pepper's "Witchi-Tai-To," first recorded by Garbarek almost two decades before, and touching on Pepper's Native American roots. ~ Stuart Broomer, Amazon.com |
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2011: Philip Catherine - Plays Cole Porter |
Post-bop, Smooth & Lounge |
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 Artist: Philip Catherine Album: Plays Cole Porter Label: Challenge Year: 2011 Format: Flac Time: 56:35 Size: 301 MB + 130 MB Philip Catherine, Belgium’s most renowned guitarist has put together a beautiful collection of Cole Porter compositions. Hein Van der Geyn’s arrangements are interpreted with freedom and simplicity allowing Philip Catherine to convey his highly emotional lyricism of expression. This release makes for a wonderful addition to any Cole Porter fan’s library. ~ jazzmessengers.com |
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1964: Charles Mingus - Mingus at Monterey |
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 Artist: Charles Mingus Album: Mingus at Monterey Label: Jazz Workshop Year: 1964; release: 2010 Quality: MP3@320 kbps Size: 128 mb Total time: 60:30 AMG Rating: By request One of the highpoints of Charles Mingus's career was his appearance at the 1964 Monterey Jazz Festival. This long out-of-print double LP contains the entire set: a lengthy Duke Ellington medley, "Orange Was the Color of Her Dress" and a stunning version of "Meditations on Integration" as performed by a 12-piece group featuring such players as altoist Charles McPherson, John Handy (on tenor), trumpeter Lonnie Hillyer and pianist Jaki Byard. This music is well deserving of eventual reissue on CD for it showcases the bassist/composer/bandleader at the peak of his powers. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide A landmark recording from Mingus – and one of his best of the mid 60s! The album was recorded live at the Montery Jazz fest – and it features great work by Jaki Byard, Charles McPherson, John Handy, and Lou Blackburn. Mingus explores his increasing fascination with the work of Ellington on the extended Ellington Medley, which takes up most of the first record – and then he moves into two long fantastic originals, "Orange Was The Color Of Her Dress, Then Blue Silk" and "Meditations On Integrations. Both works represent some of his most sophisticated compositions – and the performances here are legendary. © 1996-2012, Dusty Groove America, Inc. |
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1975: Larry Coryell - The Restful Mind |
Post-bop, Fusion |
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 Artist: Larry Coryell Album: The Restful Mind Label: Vanguard Year: 1975 Format: FLAC Time: 36:26 Size: 209 MB + full artwork AMG rating: Repost with new links Guitarist Larry Coryell recorded several sessions for the Vanguard label during the '70s with varying results. He did manage two classics, Spaces, and this one, The Restful Mind. It is no small coincidence that the better the personnel he surrounded himself with, the better he played. On Spaces, the presence of John McLaughlin and Chick Corea raised his playing to another level. Here, with the backing of the group Oregon (with the exception of Paul McCandless), who were also signed to Vanguard at this time), bring out a more reflective and relaxed Coryell. His tendency to fall back on his chops was always a weak spot in his playing, but it is thankfully absent here. Both of the "Improvisation" pieces are highlights in Coryell's career, which along with the other beaufitul selections, make this one of his best, and certainly most overlooked, recordings.~ Robert Taylor, All Music Guide |
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1985: Mark Murphy - Beauty and the Beast |
Jazz, Vocal Jazz, Post-bop |
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 Artist: Mark Murphy Album: Beauty and the Beast Label: Muse Years: 1985; release: 1987 Format, bitrate: mp3, 320kb/s Size: 121 MB AMG Rating: Mark Murphy takes plenty of chances on this date. He recites the words he wrote to Wayne Shorter's "Beauty and the Beast" before singing the song, also finding something new to say on "I Can't Get Started" and interpreting such numbers as McCoy Tyner's "Effendi," "Along Came Betty" and "Vocalise"; the latter is based on a melody by Rachmaninoff. Murphy is assisted by a quintet that includes keyboardist Bill Mays, trumpeter Brian Lynch and violinist Lou Lausche. A very interesting and colorful set. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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1980: Mel Lewis And The Jazz Orchestra - Live At The Village Vanguard |
Post-bop, Modern Big Band |
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 Artist: Mel Lewis And The Jazz Orchestra Album: Live At The Village Vanguard Label: Dcc Compact Classics Year: 1980 Format, bitrate: Mp3, 320 Kbps Time: 49:40 Size: 98,6 MB AMG rating: Jazz has, from its humble beginnings, developed dramatically into an important art form. While improvisation still remains the touchstone of the idiom, composed jazz is now demonstrably in evidence as an important segment of 20th century music. Brookmeyer has for the last twenty years been known to followers of jazz as a unique composer and arranger as well as a premier instrumentalist. This album of new music by Brookmeyer will once again call attention to his particular writing gifts and we hope impel him to continue to compose. Because we believe that composed music is needed and wanted, arrangements have been made with Kendor music to print the scores of this music and will be made available to the many stage bands and ensembles in existence. It is from these bands that the future instrumentalist will emerge and it is just the kind of music that they need to learn the idiom. It is our intention at Gryphon to continue to dedicate ourselves to the purpose of developing "20th century music." ~ NORMAN SCHWARTZ (from original liner notes) |
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2000: Don Byron - A Fine Line: Arias and Lieder |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Don Byron Album: A Fine Line: Arias and Lieder Label: Blue Note Year: 2000 Format: FLAC(CUE/LOG) Size: 279 mb (with scans) AMG rating Repost with a new link Arias and lieder are forms strongly associated with classical music, yet clarinetist Don Byron defines them in a newly expansive way for this remarkable project. To Byron, arias and lieder belong not only to classical figures, but also to writers as diverse as Ornette Coleman, Roy Orbison, Stevie Wonder, Henry Mancini, and Stephen Sondheim.
Byron's right-hand man in this endeavor is pianist Uri Caine. The two play a series of duets throughout the program: "Zwielecht (Twilight)" by Robert Schumann, "Basquiat" by Byron himself, "Nessun Dorma" by Puccini, and "Reach Out (I'll Be There)," the 1966 Holland/Dozier/Holland hit sung by the Four Tops. Byron concludes the album with a solo clarinet rendition of the "Larghetto" from Chopin's second piano concerto.
These duo and solo vignettes frame the full ensemble pieces, on which Byron and Caine are joined by Jerome Harris, Paulo Braga, and a number of very effective guest vocalists. Former Pat Metheny Group vocalist Mark Ledford is wispy and ethereal on Ornette Coleman's "Check Up," deep-toned and far more dramatic on Roy Orbison's "It's Over." Patricia O'Callaghan takes a turn on Leonard Bernstein's "Glitter and Be Gay," an epic piece which Byron infuses with a strong dose of calypso. Both vocalists are joined by Dean Bowman and Harris to form a four-voice choir on Henry Mancini's "Soldier in the Rain." And finally, the great Cassandra Wilson turns in a spellbinding performance on Stephen Sondheim's "The Ladies Who Lunch."
The juxtapositions are unusual, and almost certain to be rejected by purists of any stripe. But at a time when more and more creative artists are bringing together classical, jazz, and pop influences, Byron's attempt surely ranks as one of the most personal and least calculating. ~ David R. Adler, All Music Guide |
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2010: Sonny Rollins - Road Shows Vol.2 |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Sonny Rollins Album: Road Shows, Vol. 2 Label: Emarcy Year: 2010; release: 2011 Format: MP3 320 kbps Time: 66:11 Size: 150 MB With a new RS-link Last year the legendary Sonny Rollins turned 80, and decided to celebrate by having a party at New York’s Beacon Theatre. Four of the six tracks on his new Road Shows, Volume 2 were extracted from that night, and one of them made history.
There were a number of artists who played guest slots that night, and Jim Hall was once of them. Among a very few others, Hall virtually defined the role that guitars would play in jazz. He guests on Beacon opener “In A Sentimental Mood.” Hall plays the tune in his inimitable style, and it is the perfect introduction for the evening.
The smooth-swing of Hall’s guitar is one thing, but for the next track the music gets a little wilder. Among those who showed up to play “Sonneymoon” are the great bassist Christian McBride, and John Coltrane’s former drummer Roy Haynes. What truly stunned the crowd, though, was the appearance of Ornette Coleman on alto sax. Although Coleman and Rollins have known each other for well over 50 years now, this marks the first time the two have appeared onstage together. The back and forth between these two men is remarkable. Each has his own singular style, and hearing them trade off this way is simply magic.
It would be hard to top that, and to his credit, Sonny goes back to his regular band to knock out two more classic tunes. Both "I Can’t Get Started” and “Rain Check” were recorded that night at the Beacon with Roy Hargrove (trumpet), Russell Malone (guitar), Bob Crenshaw (bass), Kobie Watkins (drums), and Sammy Figueroa (percussion). Each are a fantastic example of a jazz band working at all levels.
This same outfit, minus Hargrove’s trumpet, recorded the two tracks that frame the Beacon songs on Road Shows, Volume 2. Both “They Say It’s Wonderful” and “St. Thomas” were recorded in Japan, about a month after the Beacon show. “They Say It’s Wonderful” opens the proceedings in an appropriate way, offering Sonny’s working band the chance to shine before the guest stars arrive. In closing, “St. Thomas” is also a perfect choice, as it incorporates that old showbiz cliché’: “Always leave ‘em wanting more.”
In that regard, the entire set works extremely well. It never ceases to amaze me how long a man with the talent of a Sonny Rollins can remain active in music. His sax playing is as colossus (to borrow an old LP title) as ever, and his band is on fire. Here’s looking forward to his 90th bash. ~ blogcritics.org |
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1967: Various Artists - Jazz For A Sunday Afternoon, Vol. 1 |
Hard-bop, Post-bop |
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 Artists - Pepper Adams, Dizzy Gillespie , Elvin Jones , Mel Lewis, Ray Nance, Chick Corea Album - Jazz For A Sunday Afternoon, Vol. 1 Label - Solid State/United Artists Year - 1967, release - 1968 Quality - MP3@320 kbps Size - 80,2 mb Total time - 38:02 REPOST by request with a new link The first of four LPs put out by Solid State in this series has three lengthy titles ("Blues for Max," "Lullaby of the Leaves" and "Lover Come Back to Me") performed by an interesting if sometimes eccentric all-star group (trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, baritonist Pepper Adams, violinist Ray Nance, pianist Chick Corea, bassist Richard Davis, Elvin Jones or Mel Lewis on drums). Gillespie and Adams are in fine form, Nance takes wild chances and the rhythm section shows off the influence of the avantgarde; the sidelong "Lover Come Back to Me" is the highpoint. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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1980: Kenny Barron - Golden Lotus |
Hard-bop, Post-bop |
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 Artist: Kenny Barron Album: Golden Lotus Label: Muse Records (Catalog#: MR 5220) Year: 1980; release: 1982 Format: FLAC (LP-Rip) Size: 169.74MB Time: 42:23 Solid 1980 session with the always vibrant, challenging pianist Kenny Barron and the underrated saxophonist John Stubblefield in fiery form. Steve Nelson began generating interest on vibes with his playing on this session ~ Ron Wynn, All Music Guide. A great Kenny Barron side for Muse, one of the best from a label that has a lot of remarkable sleepers on it. Like the best Muse sides, this set does a great job of straddling the line between forward looking modal playing and relaxed soul jazz, combining the best elements of both. And as you might imagine from the title, there is a bit of spiritual and eastern influence creeping in on some of the numbers. © 1996-2012, Dusty Groove America, Inc. |
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1997: Jacky Terrasson Trio - Alive |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Jacky Terrasson Album: Alive Year: 1997 Label: Blue Note Total time: 60:24 Format: lossless (FLAC, cue,log) Size: 259 MB (inc. covers) REPOST with new links This is a very subtle date with the musicians utilizing dynamics and a lot of space (a little reminiscent in spots of Ahmad Jamal's Trio). Pianist Jacky Terrasson is so laidback in spots that it is almost as if he does not want to be recognized as the group's leader. Bassist Ugonna Okegwo works closely with him and drummer Leon Parker (famous for using a rather minimal drum set) fits into the concept well. Still, one often finds themselves listening to this music (a variety of originals and standards such as "Things Ain't What They Used to Be," "Sister Cheryl" and "Nature Boy") waiting for something to happen. "Love for Sale" (which is given the catchy bassline of "Chameleon") is a highlight of the intriguing but not essential live set. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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1954: Cal Tjader - Tjader Plays Tjazz |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Cal Tjader Album: Tjader Plays Tjazz Label: Fantasy/OJC Year: 1954; release: 1998 Format: Flac Time: 34:29 Size: 169 mb with covers AMG rating Repost with new link from peer57 In a change of pace, for this recording vibraphonist Cal Tjader recorded cool-toned bop without a Latin rhythm section. Half of the ten songs (mostly jazz standards) feature Tjader switching to drums (his original instrument) in a quartet also including the obscure trombonist Bob Collins, guitarist Eddie Duran and bassist Al McKibbon. Tjader is back on vibes for the quintet selections with tenor saxophonist Brew Moore, pianist Sonny Clark, bassist Eugene Wright and drummer Bobby White. He sounds right at home in both formats and the swinging quintet numbers in particular are a good reason to search for this valuable album. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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2007: The Nu Band - The Dope and The Ghost: Live in Vienna |
Post-bop, Freejazz, Avantgarde |
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 Artist: The Nu Band Album: The Dope and The Ghost: Live in Vienna Label: Not Two Records Year: 2005; release: 2007 Format, bitrate: mp3, 320 Size: 166 mb "Not easily pigeonholed, the music of The Nu Band negotiates the boundaries of free-bop, improvisation, chamber, and traditional jazz with bias toward none" - Mark Corroto, All About Jazz The Nu Band is something special. Free free bop with a political message. On their last album they ended with it, on this one they start with it : a long blues-based romp called "Bushwacked", with Roy Campbell "reciting" a newspaper article on President Bush's administration and doubtful policies, and even if this kind of message tends to be tedious in musical settings, this one works well, because the four musicians change this blues into a high energy free jazz piece. The four are Roy Campbell on trumpet, Mark Whitecage on alto sax and clarinet, Joe Fonda on bass, Lou Grassi on drums. Marco Eneidi joins on alto on one - twenty minute long - track. And what can I say? These guys ARE free jazz. Each of them has played a major role in shaping what the genre is today, in showing new ways of expressing emotions and of jointly creating a superb listening experience by ... well by listening to the other band members in the first place and then adding to it, enhancing it, pushing it further, creating new dialogues and phrases. This is music that is adventurous, emotional, but at times so tight, so interlocked, so on the same level, that it's getting uncanny. But the greatest thing : it's real fun too. The intensity! The interplay! The melodies! The emotions! The music! And indeed, something which can only work in front of a live audience. ( 4,5 stars out of 5) ~ Stef Gijssels, Free Jazz Blog |
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1987: Bill Watrous - Reflections |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Post-bop |
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 Artist: Bill Watrous Album: Reflections Label: Soundwing Records Year: 1987 Format: Flac Time: 40:05 Size: 240 MB One of the finest bop-oriented trombonists of the past 30 years, Bill Watrous has had a low profile since moving to Los Angeles in the 1980s despite remaining quite active. Possessor of a beautiful tone and remarkable technique, Watrous has been constantly overlooked in jazz popularity polls of the past two decades. His father was a trombonist and introduced Bill to music. He played in traditional jazz bands as a teenager and studied with Herbie Nichols while in the military. Watrous made his debut with Billy Butterfield, and was one of the trombonists in Kai Winding's groups during 1962-1967. He was a busy New York-based studio musician during the 1960s, working and recording with Quincy Jones, Maynard Ferguson, Johnny Richards, and Woody Herman; playing in the television band for Merv Griffin's show (1965-1968); and working on the staff of CBS (1967-1969). After playing with the jazz-rock group Ten Wheel Drive in 1971, Watrous led his own big band (the Manhattan Wildlife Refuge) during 1973-1977, recording two superb albums for Columbia. After moving to Los Angeles in the late '70s, Watrous continued working in the studios, appearing at jazz parties, playing in local clubs, and leading an occasional big band. He has recorded as a leader for Columbia, Famous Door, Soundwings, GNP Crescendo, and with his late-'90s big band for Double-Time.~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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