Tenor saxophonist Bill Barron (1927-1989) was already experimenting in the late 1940s with daring ideas of expression that Coltrane would pick up much later. Due to his untimely death this innovative stylist did not receive the wider recognition during his time. This release from among the last recorded material will hopefully serve as the powerful […]
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George Cables – Beyond Forever (SCCD 31305)
SCCD 31305 Beyond Forever / George Cables Quartet “… (Cables) is a very powerful player. He injects an energy and intensity here that starts with the opening bars of the lead tune and sustains it right through to the album’s closer…You will have a perfectly exciting time enjoying this album. Well recommended .” (Paul B. […]
Larry Willis – Let’s Play (SCCD 31283)
SCCD 31283 Let's Play / Larry Willis Trio “ Something of a journeyman whose stints with Blood Sweat And Tears and numerous high-profile leaders have kept him involved but out of the spotlight, Willis has come into his own with the fine series of SteepleChases…” (The Penguin Guide To JAZZ) “… Willis displays throughout the […]
Walter Davis, Jr. – Scorpio Rising (SCCD 31255)
SCCD 31255 Scorpio Rising / Walter Davis Jr. Trio Walter Davis, Jr. was best known as the pianist of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. This recording is unfortunately Davis’s last one due to his untimely death in 1990. “ This one is a delight !” ( Cadence ) 1. Backgammon (Walter Davis, Jr.)2. Why did I […]