2004-04-05
Some nice straight-ahead jazz here on Squeeze Squeeze from rotary valve trumpeter Ray Vega. His interpretations of McCoy Tyner ("Contemplation") and Wayne Shorter are solid draws, but the other half of originals stands out, too.
Included are nice compositions from alto saxophonist Bobby Porcelli ("Me Quitez Pas") and bass player Gregg August ("Crescent Mood"), as well as Vega's "Smile You're in Beirut" and the title track.
Remember this name: Igor Atalita; he plays piano.
Spicy percussion throughout, but the drums really get going on Vega's "La Tercera". Great for your next dinner party.
BELA FLECK AND CHICK COREA
The Enchantment
James Taylor Quartet (JTQ)
The Oscillator
BEN Wanicur
The Excluded Middle
Jeff Lorber Fusion
Galaxy
The End of Times Orchestra
Meets Eno Diamond
Jeff Coffin Mu'Tet
Bloom
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