2009-08-17
This is a contemporary jazz release of all original compositions, a few of which could be categorized as bop ("Little Bit"), and some of which could be called smooth ("MM&D" and "Podunk"). Some of it can have a little soul ("K-Funk" and "Zone Seven") and some can have a nice groove ("Totem Dance" and "Get In Line"). There is nothing spectacular here. It is capably performed versions of uncomplicated, adequately-written pieces. Rebecca Ruth
KURT ELLING
Nightmoves
REGINA CARTER
Reverse Thread
THE DYNAMITES FEATURING CHARLES WALKER
KABOOM
PAUL RENZ QUINTET
Rebop
VARIOUS ARTISTS
Live at the Monterey Jazz Festival, Highlights, Volume 1
ED PALERMO BIG BAND
Eddy Loves Frank
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