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1955: Cannonball Adderley - Presenting Cannonball Adderley |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Hard-bop |
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 Artist: Cannonball Adderley Album: Presenting Cannonball Adderley Label: Savoy Jazz Year: 1955, release: 1991 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Time: 38:28 Size: 90.9mb This set has altoist Cannonball Adderley's first recordings as a leader, following by 16 days his memorable appearance on a session headed by drummer Kenny Clarke. Already at this early stage, Adderley was a powerful player with a soulful sound that was almost distinctive. His exuberant style is heard on five selections (highlighted by "Spontaneous Combustion" and "A Little Taste") in a quintet with his brother Nat on cornet, pianist Hank Jones, bassist Paul Chambers and drummer Kenny Clarke. A very impressive beginning to a memorable career. [Originally released in 1955] ~Scott Yanow, All Music Guide |
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The Eddie Costa Quartet - Guys and Dolls Like Vibes |
Music » Jazz » BeBop » Hard-bop |
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 Artist: The Eddie Costa Quartet Album: Guys and Dolls Like Vibes Label: Coral Records Year: 1958 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Time: 40:13 Size: 94.8mb (including LP scans) The reissue of Eddie Costa's Guys and Dolls Like Vibes once again makes available one of his few dates as a leader. A talented vibraphonist (and also pianist, though he doesn't play it on this 1958 session), Costa leads a sterling quartet with the legendary Bill Evans on piano (although he was just starting to get noticed by the jazz press at the time), Wendell Marshall on bass, and drummer Paul Motian, in a Frank Loesser songbook taken from the musical Guys and Dolls. Costa and Evans mesh beautifully throughout, and Costa's solos are well crafted, particularly his long feature on the up-tempo opener, "Guys and Dolls." The leader goes from a soft bell-like a cappella introduction to "If I Were a Bell" to a suddenly driving arrangement, in which Evans sits out the first full chorus before gradually working his way in. Liner note writer Dick Katz notes the rhythmic originality in Costa's approach to "Luck Be a Lady," while Evans' solo introduction adds to the shear beauty of the ballad "I've Never Been in Love Before," and this time it is Costa who delays his entrance. Costa's death in an automobile accident at the age of 31 was a tragic loss for jazz, and the reissue of classic dates such as this one has been long overdue. ~Ken Dryden, All Music Guide |
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2004: Brad Mehldau Trio - Live at Bimhuis, Amsterdam |
Music » Jazz » Modern Jazz |
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 Artist: Brad Mehldau Trio Album: Live at Bimhuis, Amsterdam Label: Bootleg Release: February 29th, 2004 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Time: 56:16 + 45:08 (total 01:41:24) Size: 128mb + 103mb (total 232mb) This is a magnificent bootleg, fusing great sound quality with amazing musicianship. The Brad Mehldau Trio is known for its' avant-garde-esqe approach to playing standards, and this Holland show represents this to the fullest. The peek of the show is actually the first tune - All The Things You Are - in which Mehldau intros with a fantastic solo with a classical touch and swinging at the same time. Another noticeable track is Get Happy (in 7/4), featuring great drumming by Jeff Ballard. Overall it's my personal favorite of the trio, a beautiful show in Bimhuis. ~Noam H., Jazz Blues Club |
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2007: Antonio Sanchez - Migration |
Music » Jazz » Modern Jazz |
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 Artist: Antonio Sanchez Album: Migration Label: Cam Jazz Year: 2007 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Time: 01:06:24 Size: 152mb Drummer Antonio Sanchéz's debut recording as a leader is an impressive outing. An alum of both Berklee and the New England Conservatory of Music jazz studies programs, the percussionist has appeared on CDs by Pat Metheny, Michael Brecker, Avishai Cohen and Miguel Zenón. He leads a core quartet including bassist Scott Colley plus saxophonists Chris Potter and David Sanchez, with Metheny and Chick Corea as special guests on selected tracks. The leader's four originals hold one's interest, especially his percolating "Challenge Within" and the alternately tense and freewheeling "Greedy Silence." Sanchéz dominates the delightful off-kilter arrangement of Joe Henderson's "Inner Urge," playing freely against the twin tenor saxes, while Miles Davis' "Solar" is an unusual guitar/drum duet with Metheny. Corea contributed the infectious Latin-flavored opener "One for Antonio," a trio number with Colley that showcases each of the musicians. The quartet is joined by Metheny for the guitarist's hypnotic Latin ballad "Arena (Sand)." ~ Ken Dryden, All Music Guide |
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2000: Brad Mehldau, Mark Turner, Peter Bernstein - Consenting Adults |
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 Artist: Brad Mehldau, Mark Turner, Peter Bernstein Album: Consenting Adults Label: Criss Cross Year: 1994 Release: 2000 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Time: 01:05:01 Size: 148mb A wonderful demonstration of early talents of 5 incredible jazz musicians: Brad Mehldau, Mark Turner, Peter Bernstein, Larry Grenadier, and Leon Parker. I have owned music with each of them as leaders for years. This CD is not well known with the quintet's name being M.T.B. So I was very excited to learn that all these wonderful jazz artists had recorded together. ~ T. Land, Amazon Recorded in New York City the day after Christmas in 1994 by the collective quintet M.T.B., Consenting Adults is a snapshot of five elite young improvisers -- pianist Brad Mehldau, tenor saxophonist Mark Turner, guitarist Peter Bernstein, bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Leon Parker -- who will be among the movers and shakers of 21st Century Jazz at the conclusion of their postgraduate education.
Now, these musicians are stars, travelling all over the world and recording as leaders. The New York Times referred to Mehldau as "among the most celebrated pianists of his generation". ~ crisscrossjazz |
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2001: Dave Holland Big Band - What Goes Around |
Music » Jazz » Big Band » Modern Big Band |
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 Artist: Dave Holland Big Band Album: What Goes Around Label: ECM Records Year: 2002 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Time: 01:16:09 Size: 174mb AMG rating:  As he gained more and more respect and critical recognition in the early years of the 21st century, Dave Holland took a leap and expanded his music outward into a big band format. The word "expanded" is key here, for what Holland has mostly done on What Goes Around is send his quintet format through an expansion process, where there are more pieces in the puzzle, yet the same overall conception of sound remains. All but one of the pieces here are rewrites of earlier, previously recorded selections, dating from 1983 all the way to 2000. All of the charts are composed with a sureness and a grounding in tradition that belies the fact that this is Holland's first big band album. And all maintain the same intelligence in conception, spareness of texture, and crystalline detail, as Holland's small-group recordings for ECM, despite the obvious harmonic elaborations. For example, in "What Goes Around" -- which appeared on Holland's previous album, Not For Nothin' -- the ostinato-driven horizontal structure is basically the same, allowing for some fills by the ensemble, and despite the additional harmonic content, the vertical texture is similar, too. The main difference is that there is more urgency and more tension in the music now, which is most apparent in "The Razor's Edge," "Shadow Dance," and the only new composition, "Upswing." The Dave Holland Big Band includes tenor saxophonist Chris Potter, trombonist Robin Eubanks , vibraphonist Steve Nelson, and drummer Billy Kilson return to form the core of this big band -- as does flute/alto saxophonist Antonio Hart, who toured with Holland's group after these tracks were cut. These and several other players in the big band get plenty of room to solo -- and they do so with taste and occasional fire. This CD marks the addition of another fine big band to the ranks, though it does more for the evolution of Holland's music than for the big band idiom itself. ~ Richard S. Ginell, All Music Guide |
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2000: Kurt Rosenwinkel - The Next Step |
Music » Jazz » Fusion |
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 Artist: Kurt Rosenwinkel Album: The Next Step Label: Verve Year: 2000 Genre: Modern Jazz\Fusion Format, bitrate: MP3, 320 kbps CBR Time: 01:02:01 Size: 141mb Guitarist Kurt Rosenwinkel takes The Next Step in his creative evolution on eight songs that exude several degrees of great jazz. He succeeds in topping the musical tastes presented on his debut release for the Verve label, The Enemies of Energy. Rosenwinkel is one of many young jazz musicians forging ahead into the new millennium with bold musical steps, and the compositions, all of which he wrote, represent the culmination of many life phases for him. First formed as a guitar-bass-drums trio in 1992, Rosenwinkel's band is now a quartet including Mark Turner on tenor saxophone, Ben Street on bass, and Jeff Ballard on drums, all excellent artists in their own right. All four musicians can be heard on The Enemies of Energy, and The Next Step is additional documentation of their relationship as a band. The CD opens with the melodic "Zhivago," a ballad inspired by the imagery of the motion picture Dr. Zhivago. "Minor Blues" is just that -- with an up-tempo groove and plenty of room for improvisation; it is especially memorable. Turner's saxophone workout on "A Shifting Design" is spurred on by the great drumming of Ballard and the alternate tuning of Rosenwinkel's guitar. This song opens with a pensive introduction and develops into a swinging, "shifting design" of notes, chords, and great basslines. Ballard is fascinatingly rhythmic, and uses percussive elements in a wealth of creative experiments. The title track spotlights Rosenwinkel on piano in harmony with Turner's sax and shaded by Ballard and Street's rhythmic finesse. This song has an ageless style, and Rosenwinkel's execution is filled with great improvisational ideas. This is an excellent listening experience that builds from start to finish. ~Paula Edelstein, All Music Guide |
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1957: Count Basie - E=MC2 |
Music » Jazz » Swing |
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 Artist: Count Basie Album: E=MC2 Label: Roulette Year: 1957 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Size: 90.3mb Total time: 39:28 The release of this album in late 1957 marked the beginning of a glorious new phase in Count Basie's career. Signed to Roulette Records, the newly formed label owned by Morris Levy, the New York recording entrepreneur, jukebox mogul, club owner, and quasi-underworld figure, it took Basie's core audience and a lot of other people by surprise, as a bold, forward-looking statement within the context of a big-band recording — if not as daring as what Duke Ellington had done at Newport in 1956, still a reminder that there was room for fresh, even dazzling improvisation (especially courtesy of Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis's contribution) within the framework of a big-band jazz unit. The band and its key members were all "on" for these two days of sessions, and Neal Hefti's arrangements gave all concerned a chance to show what they could do. Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis, stands out from the get-go with his solo on "Flight of the Foo Birds," a rewriting of "Give Me the Simple Life" on which the tenor-man shares the stage with Thad Jones's trumpet solo, but nearly knock Jones off that same stage with his pyrotechnics. Davis plunges into new territory, defining the Basie "Atomic" period with his solo on "Whirly-Birds" (originally less aptly titled "Roller Coaster"), which soars into the air on his break. Joe Newman and Thad Jones's muted trumpets are the featured instruments on "Duet." "The Kid From Red Bank" offers an unusual showcase for Basie himself at the piano, playing the least number of notes possible to surprise and bedazzle the listener, while "Li'l Darlin'" offers the Basie band's answer to Ellington's "Mood Indigo." (See also: The Complete Atomic Basie — 1994). ~Bruce Eder, All Music Guide |
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1992: Gary Burton - Six Pack |
Music » Jazz » Modern Jazz |
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 Artist: Gary Burton & Friends Album: Six Pack Label: GRP Records Year: 1992 Genre: Modern Jazz Format, bitrate: MP3, 320kbps Time: 01:07:59 Size: 158mb (includes scans) Gary Burton's peculiar connection and affinity for great guitarists is a proven historical fact, as he has been responsible for bringing such fantastic musicians to the world stage as Larry Coryell and Pat Metheny. On Six Pack, he joins with six different six-stringers for some decidedly varied modern jazz. Kurt Rosenwinkel makes like Metheny on the first track, the up-tempo Mitch Forman composition "Anthem." Any predictability to the song disappears in the presence of the rhythm section of Jack DeJohnette, Steve Swallow, and Mulgrew Miller. One doesn't generally think of the vibes as a blues instrument, and to be fair, it's really not, but Burton gives it the old college try on the title track, where his vibes intersect surprisingly well with Bob Berg's tenor sax and B.B. King's guitar. There is absolutely nothing weighty about this song at all, but it is fun and swinging nevertheless (who says jazz has to be serious all the time?). John Scofield also shows up on the track, and his distinctive tone and phrasing work perfectly in this setting. Other selections include such notables as Jim Hall, Ralph Towner, and Kevin Eubanks, and all of their contributions are solid in their own way. One sometimes wishes that this record was a little less GRP, with Larry Goldings' keyboards and Berg's sax being the most frequent offenders, but there are plenty of hot moments on Six Pack that make this record worth searching out, especially for fans of jazz guitar. Where else will listeners find all of these great players on a single record? ~Daniel Gioffre, All Music Guide |
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2003: Dennis Chambers, Victor Wooten, and Greg Howe - Extraction |
Music » Jazz » Fusion |
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 Artist: Dennis Chambers, Victor Wooten, Greg Howe, Dave Cook Album: Extraction Label: Tone Center Year: 2003 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320 kbps Time: 50:12 Size: 96 mb (including scans) Although he's primarily known as a heavy metal shredder, guitarist Greg Howe can pretty much adapt to any style thrown his way -- including jazz fusion. And this is precisely the style that is featured throughout 2003's Extraction, which saw Howe joined by such top-notch instrumentalists as Victor Wooten on bass and Dennis Chambers on drums (as well as David Cook on keys). Longtime fans of Howe who are hoping for at least a glimpse of his hard rock roots are out of luck here, as the tunes often recall the carefree fusion days of the 1970s, when such artists as Billy Cobham, Stanley Clarke, and Al di Meola were consistently giving a clinic with chops-heavy tunes. As far as modern-day fusion goes, Extraction is pretty darn consistent from front to back, as evidenced by such uptempo ditties as "Extraction" and "Crack It Way Open," as well as more tranquil moments like "Tease" and "Ease Up." Howe, Wooten, and Chambers have certainly succeeded in summoning up a heavy '70s vibe throughout Extraction, and as a result, the album wouldn't sound out of place played between School Days and Where Have I Known You Before. ~ Greg Prato, All Music Guide |
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1991: Dennis Chambers - Getting Even |
Music » Jazz » Fusion |
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 Artist: Dennis Chambers Album: Getting Even Label: Pioneer LDC, Inc. Year: 1991, release: 1998 Format, bitrate: MP3, 320 kbps Time: 50:20 Size: 115mb Originally released in 1991, this hard-to-find Fusion recording is worth searching for. This session features the brilliant drumming of Dennis Chambers, who was just coming into his own at this stage of his career. The selections are fairly typical to the music Chambers was playing with John Scofield, who he uses here on a few tracks, along with another former employer, guitarist Mike Stern. The chemistry with Scofield, Stern, saxophonist Bob Berg and keyboardist Jim Beard is obvious as the three have worked together on several sessions. The temptation to overplay here is addressed by a strong dedication to the groove and by allowing each player ample space. Aside from Chambers' innovative and powerful drumming, the session's excitement is enhanced by the rousing playing of guitarist Jimi Tunnell. While this debut is not in the same class as Stratus (Billy Cobham) or Essence of Mystery (Alphonse Mouzoun), Dennis Chambers demonstrates why he is considered to be one of the most innovative and important players in the history of drumming. This debut is a fine representation of his playing, although fans are encouraged to seek out his extensive discography as a 'sideman' to appreciate his full contributions. ~ Robert Taylor, AMG |
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1999: Steve Smith, Jerry Goodman, Howard Levy, Oteil Burbridge - Stranger's Hand |
Music » Jazz » Fusion |
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 Artist: Steve Smith, Jerry Goodman, Howard Levy, Oteil Burbridge Album: Stranger's Hand Label: Shrapnel Records Inc. Year: 1999 Genre: Fusion Format, bitrate: MP3, 256 kbps VBR Time: 51:20 Size: 81.8mb (includes scans) In the late 1990s, drummer Steve Smith set out to reinvigorate the long slumbering jazz-rock fusion movement with a series of all-star recordings on his own Tone Center record label. The Stranger's Hand is the best of the lot, with four instrumental masters coming together for nine days of spontaneous combustion that recalls the music's heyday while also bringing the freshness of new discovery into the updated mix. The assembled cast includes fusion pioneer Jerry Goodman. He was the wild electric violin-slinging frontman for the Flock a once-great but long forgotten band which came out in the wake of the Blood, Sweat & Tears horn-band rush of the late '60s. (Goodman would make his most lasting mark as an original member of John McLaughlin's Mahavishnu Orchestra in the early '70s.) Also on board is multi-instrumental wizard Howard Levy, best known for his work with Bela Fleck and the Flecktones. Anchoring the rhythm section with Smith is Allman Brothers bassist Oteil Burbridge. The material brings to mind the players' past associations. "Brick Chicken" and "Glimmer of Hope" are reminiscent of the Mahavishnu Orchestra, with the latter in the 11/8 time signature used on some of that group's classic material. "Sufferin' Catfish" would have fit neatly into a Flecktones recording. "Caliente" sounds quite contemporary in an organic-funk way, while "Moonchild" is a beautiful piece for violin and acoustic piano, and the title track closes the disc with a blaze of heat and atmospheric fireworks. ~Jim Newsom, All Music Guide |
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2002: Dennis Chambers - Outbreak |
Music » Jazz » Fusion |
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 Artist: Dennis Chambers Album: Outbreak Label: Esc Records Year: 2002 Format, bitrate: mp3; 320 kbps Time: 57:20 Size: 131mb AMG rating: Drummer Dennis Chambers is a first-call session ace who is comfortable within a variety of settings and/or genres. He has also evolved into one of the most admired drummers on the globe due to his high-powered polyrhythmic funk beats and supercharged sense of swing. In short, he's a dynamo! With his second solo release, he enlists his former boss, guitarist John Scofield, amid jazz superstars such as brothers Michael (sax) and Randy (trumpet) Brecker among others. Here, Chambers drives it all home via his now infamous attack, consisting of complexly woven tom fills and snappy, funk-drenched rhythms. Much of the credit should be directed towards arranger/producer/keyboardist Jim Beard, who once again demonstrates his prowess for achieving the desired effects. On the piece titled "Otay," fusion bassist extraordinaire Gary Willis leads the way via his impossibly fast lines in concert with Scofield's sinewy plucking and Chambers' sweeping funk pulses. Some of these works are marked by the Brecker Brothers' chirpy unison choruses and the ensemble's morphing of gospel, fusion, and jazz-based grooves. Through it all, Chambers' presence is undeniably felt, while this outing also benefits from strong material and the soloists' zestful endeavors. ~Glenn Astarita, All Music Guide |
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