Joe Lovano: Celebrating Sinatra
Tribute albums can seem tawdry at times: an effort by the artist to trade on the talent and reputation of another. At other times, they … Read More “Joe Lovano: Celebrating Sinatra”
Albums
We publish a new album review every day so you can stay up on the latest jazz releases.
Vincent Golia and Ken Filiano: The Art of Negotiation
On track to release 25 titles in its first year, CIMP-Creative Improvised Music Projects-has almost instantly become the leading North American label of its kind. … Read More “Vincent Golia and Ken Filiano: The Art of Negotiation”
Joyce: Ilha Brasil
Jazz’s protracted infatuation with Brazilian music has often produced unfortunate romantic side-effects: the beloved is dressed up in fancy duds, presumably to make her appear … Read More “Joyce: Ilha Brasil”
Ivo Perelman: Sad Life
I cannot recommend either of these albums. I can appreciate Perelman’s technique on the tenor saxophone, which allows him to ricochet off low B-flat and … Read More “Ivo Perelman: Sad Life”
Bela Fleck and the Flecktones: Live Art
A live performance by Bela Fleck and the Flecktones is a celebration of the joy derived from making complex music that’s fun at heart. Count … Read More “Bela Fleck and the Flecktones: Live Art”
Ginger Baker: Falling off the Roof
There are a whole lotta musicians who would kill for a resumé like that of peripatetic drummer Ginger Baker: member of Cream and Blind Faith, … Read More “Ginger Baker: Falling off the Roof”
Terry Myers: Soul Mates
Myers is a driving, bluesy tenor man who lives in Orlando, Florida. His debut, an impressive R&B-tinged affair of mostly originals, cooks from start to … Read More “Terry Myers: Soul Mates”
Richard Tabnik Quartet: Life at the Core
The first impression is of an idiosyncratic modern altoist whose early model might have been Lee Konitz. But upon closer listening, it seems that the … Read More “Richard Tabnik Quartet: Life at the Core”
Ben Monder Trio: Flux
Each loosely bound composition with its staccato effects as performed by Ben Monder’s trio of guitar, bass and drums is an excursion toward darker realms … Read More “Ben Monder Trio: Flux”