The case of Benito Gonzalez raises interesting questions about the distinction between influence and imitation in jazz. Gonzalez (now of Brooklyn, originally of Venezuela) has … Read More “Benito Gonzalez: Sing to the World (Rainy Days)”
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Sparked by Jeff “Tain” Watts’ turbulent pulse and grounded by Christian McBride’s solid bass tones, this sophomore outing by the brilliant Venezuelan pianist Benito Gonzalez … Read More “Benito Gonzalez: Circles”
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