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 RuthSONDRE LERCHE & THE FACES DOWN QUARTET
Duper Sessions
VARIOUS ARTISTS
Live at the Monterey Jazz Festival, Highlights, Volume 1
STRING PLANET
Songs From the Home Planet
AJA WEST
The Olympian
JAMBALAYA BRASS BAND
IT'S A JUNGLE OUT THERE
BEN Wanicur
The Excluded Middle
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