The third leader album of Versace finds him in an outgoing and energetic trio setting with Vic Juris and Adam Nussbaum. On his previous album “Many Places” (SCCD 31589) Matthew Miller of all-about-jazz remarks, “ The truly astonishing aspect of Versace’s talent is the potent mix of virtuosity and musicality he brings in equal measure …
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Andrew Rathbun – Affairs Of State (SCCD 31630)
New York based Canadian saxophonist Andrew Rathbun makes a powerful statements on this new album as predicted by all-about-jazz’ Budd Kopman: “ Rathbun's next album will most likely not sound anything like Shadow Forms, (SCCD 31598 – ed.) which makes his journey all the more interesting to follow. The restless intelligence that informs this fine …
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Bill Gerhardt – Stained Glass (SCCD 31629)
Pianist Bill Gerhardt has been a part of active jazz scene in New York for the past decade with his working band Cotangent with which he makes his leader debut here on the label. Since his impressive sideman appearance on Jed Levy’s “Round And Round” (SCCD 31529) in 2002 Gerhardt has been on the “must …
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Ted Brown – Shades Of Brown (SCCD 31628)
Veteran tenorman from the Tristano school Ted Brown is marking his 80 th birthday with the release of this CD with plenty of vitality. On his last CD “Preservation” SCCD 31539, Derek Taylor of all-about-jazz wrote, “ Sitting comfortably at the controls, he demonstrates from the start that his chops haven’t eroded a bit during …
Michael Cochrane – Right Now (SCCD 31627)
Dave Gelly of Gramophone Jazz Good CD Guide described Cochrane as “ a mature and imaginative pianist with a delicate touch and deep harmonic resources …” After a few years’ absence from the recording scene Cochrane emerges strong and brilliant here with his working trio. 1. Sit And Wait (Michael Cochrane)2. The Seeker (Michael Cochrane)3. …
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Marcus Printup – Bird Of Paradise (SCCD 31626)
Six decades after Charlie Parker’s death the master of modern trumpet Marcus Printup pays tribute to Bird whose music occupies substantial part of his musical foundation. “… Marcus Printup and associates show beyond doubt that Bird’s messages continue to have relevance I our times, two generations later .” (Mark Gardner) 1. Stupendous (Melvin Broiles)2. Now's …
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Jon Gordon, Rich Perry, Dave Schnitter – Jam Session Vol. 24 (SCCD 31625)
” The Danish Steeplechase imprint has long recognized the fertile dynamics of jam sessions, fronting the resources for many in its roster of players to convene in just such supportive surroundings .” (Derek Taylor – allaboutjazz) 1. Lazy Bird (John Coltrane)2. Epistophy (Thelonious Monk)3. Skylark (Goady Carmichal)4. You're My Everything (Warren, Harry)5. Round About Midnight …
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Conrad Herwig, Wycliffe Gordon, Vincent Gardner – Jam Session Vol. 23 (SCCD 31624)
“ In the jazz tradition, the jam session played and continues to play a vital role in the musical community. In that spirit, Steeplechase, a label built on tradition, has come up with a jam session series, pairing veteran players with up-and-comers as a way of spreading the word about musicians on the label.” (Matthew …
Eric Rasmussen – School Of Tristano (SCCD 31623)
SteepleChase’ new recording artist Eric Rasmussen is among the young elites of New York jazz scene. His debut album here casts refreshing light on the special music evolved through the teachings of pianist Lennie Tristano and turns its inspirational source into deeply personal and emotional music of his own. . 1. Friendlee (Lee Konitz)2. I …
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Russ Spiegel – Chimera (SCCD 31622)
SteepleChase is proud to introduce Russ Spiegel, an immensely talented guitarist/composer on this his label debut album. “ Another exciting SteepleChase discovery is unveiled! ” (Mark Gardner) 1. Chimera (Russ Spiegel)2. Polychrome World (Russ Spiegel)3. The Last March (Russ Spiegel)4. Cherokee (Ray Noble)5. Wo Bleibt Die Seele (Russ Spiegel)6. Good Night (Russ Spiegel)7. Herr Boehnke …