SCCD 31802 Martin Jacobsen “At The Jazz House” It is of certain significance to think of the fact that Martin Jacobsen was born and grew up in Copenhagen which has been arguably the European capital of jazz. Martin basically taught himself jazz at the age of 19 in this richly jazz-orientated city. He later moved […]
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John McNeil – I’ve Got The World On A String (SCCD 31183)
SCCD 31183 I've Got The World On A String / John McNeil Quartet Recorded during McNeil’s European tour in 1983 with a fellow American Doug Raney and the best Danish rhythm section, this album caught the trumpeter at his top form. 1. I remember you (Johnny Mercer)2. Yours is my heart alone (Franz Lehar)3. I've […]
Bob Rockwell – Shades Of Blue (SCCD 31378)
SCCD 31378 Shades Of Blue / Bob Rockwell Quartet Intense yet warm-toned tenor and soprano saxophonist Bob Rockwell ( born May 2, 1945 in Oklahoma) put together a dream quartet here on his 7th leader album having invited drummer Copeland to his highly successful trio (“ Born To Be Blue ” SCCD 31333). “ These […]
Doug Raney – I’ll Close My Eyes (SCCD 31166)
SCCD 31166 I'll Close My Eyes / Doug Raney Quintet Doug Raney at the time of this recording was only 25 but he had already established his own identity, though it is apparent that the greatest influence came from his famous father Jimmy Raney. The CD booklet contains his complete discography. 1. I'll close my […]
Duke Jordan – When You’re Smiling (SCCD 37023/24)
MID-PRICE SERIES SCCD 37023/24 When You're Smiling / Duke Jordan Previously issued on SCCD 31232 & SCCD 31247 “ Have no doubt about it, this is a superb record by a great jazz pianist…He plays with great sensitivity and musical understanding …” (Ray Spencer, Jazz Journal International) “ A most agreeable set that is both […]
Red Holloway – Nica’s Dream (SCCD 31192)
SCCD 31192 Nica's Dream / Red Holloway Quartet Veteran blues-jazz saxophonist Red Holloway (b. May 31, 1927 in Helena, Arkansas) turned pro while still at Chicago Music School in 1943 by joining the Gene Wright band. Later he formed his own group as well as played with Lionel Hampton, Ben Webster and other giants. In […]
Doug Raney – Blue And White (SCCD 31191)
SCCD 31191 Blue And White / Doug Raney Quartet Guitarist Doug Raney (b. 1957 in New York) moved to Copenhagen in the late 70s. He has developed his own style with more contemporary taste than his famous guitarist father Jimmy Raney. Doug has made quite a few recordings on SteepleChase starting the debut album (SCCD […]
Horace Parlan – Like Someone In Love (SCCD 31178)
SCCD 31178 Like Someone In Love / Horace Parlan Trio Trio setting best portrays Horace Parlan’s unique method of piano playing with the strong left-hand technique which he developed to supplement his partially paralysed right hand. Here with bassist Lundgaard who is on his way to the stardom as Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen has archived and […]
Bernt Rosengren – Surprise Party (SCCD 31177)
SCCD 31177 Surprise Party / Bernt Rosengren Quartet Sweden’s top saxophonist/composer/arranger/bandleader Rosengren (b. 1937) gained wide recognition through his work with Krzysztof Komeda in Poland and his performance in the soundtrack of Polanski’s film “Knife In The Water” in 1962. Later he played with George Russell, Don Cherry and Lars Gullin. In the late 70s […]
Bob Rockwell – Born To Be Blue (SCCD 31333)
SCCD 31333 Born To Be Blue / Bob Rockwell Trio On this latest outing on SteepleChase, Bob Rockwell teamed up with the visiting pianist from USA Andy LaVerne and his regular partner Lundgaard. The result is a sensitive, well-balanced and most enjoyable CD with clear sound picture without drummer. Bob Rockwell’s career credit includes Thad […]