Karen Mantler: Farewell
Karen Mantler’s latest collection purports to be a paean to a pet. Arnold the cat is dead, remembered here in liner photos and what may … Read More “Karen Mantler: Farewell”
Albums
We publish a new album review every day so you can stay up on the latest jazz releases.
Harold Danko: The Feeling of Jazz
This album repeats the tunes (and their order) on the 1962 Impulse album Duke Ellington & John Coltrane. The pianist and company (Rich Perry, tenor … Read More “Harold Danko: The Feeling of Jazz”
Stephen Scott: The Beautiful Thing
The evidence of Scott’s wondrous piano touch and evolving artistry continues; and the man’s not even 30 yet! The development of his career makes him … Read More “Stephen Scott: The Beautiful Thing”
Bob Haggart: Hag Leaps In
One of an impressive number of top-rate Arbors Jazz studio sessions is the first release of the Swing Three: pianist John Bunch, guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli, … Read More “Bob Haggart: Hag Leaps In”
Sonny Rollins: Silver City
Constantly having to live up to a nagging reputation for being “the world’s greatest living improviser” must weigh heavily on anyone’s shoulders, even if those … Read More “Sonny Rollins: Silver City”
Maynard and Big Bop Nouveau Ferguson: One More Trip To Birdland
As a big band and combo leader on and off since 1957, Ferguson has gained broad appeal because of his spectacular high-note trumpet work and … Read More “Maynard and Big Bop Nouveau Ferguson: One More Trip To Birdland”
Herb Pomerov and Billy Novick: This is Always
Two magnificent examples of chamber jazz: sweet melodies, conversational volume, mellow mood. Novick, mainstay of Boston’s traditional New Black Eagle Jazz Band, teams with Pomeroy, … Read More “Herb Pomerov and Billy Novick: This is Always”
Nat King Cole: After Midnight Sessions
The 1956 sessions are completed here by five previously unissued titles, one each by Stuff Smith, Willie Smith and Juan Tizol and two by Sweets … Read More “Nat King Cole: After Midnight Sessions”
The Estrada Brothers: Get Out of My Way
This California-based Latin jazz band has acquired a reputation for being efficient and well-oiled. Vibist Ruben Estrada was central to the success of Poncho Sanchez’s … Read More “The Estrada Brothers: Get Out of My Way”
