Other - CD Reviews (539)
The incomparable Larry Carlton has recently released a sort of best of Album. As a fan of smooth jazz this CD was essential to my collection. I've never owned a Larry Carlt…
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This complete reissue of Burrell's classic Blue Note session, Blue Lights is real enjoyable. Kenny is supported by all star players: the underrated Louis Smith on Trumpet, …
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Dog Years in the Fourth Ring is the latest collection of rare Rahsaan recordings overseen by former producer Joel Dorn. This one is a special-priced 3-CD set that features …
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Taylor, an admittedly little known blues guitar player, really treats the listener to some of the finest blues around on his release Dirty Pool. Many of the tunes are inspi…
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1974 was the last full year Miles Davis performed before his years-long hiatus of the late 1970s.This chaotic concert from Carnegie Hall is a fitting conclusion to the trum…
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I purchase this CD only a few months ago and I can't make it through a day without listening to at least one cut. The Project consists of Marcus Johnson of course and a few…
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Just check out the personnel on this fantastic recording: Alex Riel (dr), Jerry Bergonzi (ten. sax), Michael Brecker (ten. sax), Eddie Gomez (b), Mike Stern (g), Niels Lan …
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Very peaceful yet plenty to feast on here. Two of the finest musicians join each other to produce a very picturesque musical trip to the Midwest. Pat Metheny continues show…
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Although Marcus Miller has only released his third CD (that we know of in the USA), this live CD was well overdue. His contributions to so many artists has proven that Marc…
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A jazz artist with a distinctive style...augmented by equally distinctive accompanying musicians. DellaRatta doubles as the vocalist and pianist in a swinging quartet. He i…
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This CD is 69:26 minutes of great music! Dave Brubeck on piano with his son: Chris Brubeck on electric bass; Dan Brubeck on drums; Darius Brubeck on piano; Matthew Brubeck …
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An unusual CD in that it captures the essence of an artist in all his many talents! This is a special remastering by Joe Taraantino of Fantasy Studios of an original series…
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The German born Leni Stern came to America in 1977 to study composition at the Berklee College of music in Boston. It was there that she met guitarist Bill Frisell, who int…
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Pat's first release as a leader is a sure "hit" in my book. Pat is featured on Baritone and Tenor saxes and proves that these strong instruments can be as smooth and gentle…
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Ernesto beckons you into his provoking world of artful and eloquent piano solos. Technically sound and a brilliant performer, tells the story of Ernesto Diaz-Infante. Ernes…
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If you are into Big Band Jazz (and if you're not-why not?) then you should go out right now and buy this CD. Woody Herman had many fine bands, but the period represented on…
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While Django Reinhardt is universally aknowledged as the founder, with Stephane Grappelli, of that distinctly European school of modern music known as 'Gypsy jazz', this re…
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This CD flows and doesn't stop to indvidualize songs featuring Marshall Allen, Marc Ribot, John Medeski, Damon Choice and others. The project is free jazz expression as the…
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I recently received this release by bassist Gary Foote (professionally known as "Mr. Foote"), and it didn't take long for me to decide that this disc deserves some greater …
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Jackie McCraven pulls up the roots of south Memphis in "South Lauderdale". It has neighborhood heritage as well as ownership of Blues and Soulful Jazz. Ariel' reprise is th…
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