Rocksteady by Monty Alexander with Ernest Ranglin

02 May

Written by Lee Prosser
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Monty Alexander is always a delight to listen to. His piano stylings and techniques place him at the front of contemporary jazz pianists.

This very nice collection features 12 songs. Among them are "Confucius," "Stalag 17," "East of the River Nile," "Israelites," "Freedom Street," and "Redemption Song." Total playing time is 57:41 minutes.

We have come to expect the best from Monty Alexander, and he is in topnotch form in these performances. This CD collection should appeal to a wide audience with its fresh, innovative approaches. Very nice!

Additional Info

Artist / Group Name: Monty Alexander with Ernest Ranglin
CD Title: Rocksteady
Genre: Latin Jazz / Latin Funk
Year Released: 2004
Record Label: Telarc
Tracks: Double Barrel, Confucius, Stalag, Marcus Garvey, Nightwork, East of the River Nile, Israelites, Row Fisherman, Freedom Street, Pressure Drop, At the Feast, Redemption Song
Musicians: Monty Alexander (piano); Ernest Ranglin (guitar); Junior Jazz (rhythm guitar); Gary Mayone (keyboards); Hassan Shakur (bass); Quentin Baxter (drums); Courtney Panton (hand drums); Toots Hibbert (vocals)
Label Website: http://www.telarc.com
Rating: Five Stars