Monday, February 23 2009
Paul Motian Trio 2000 + Two: Live at the Village Vanguard, Volume II
Another heaping dose of angular melody and stuttering swing from the eccentric, brilliant drummer.
Tuesday, February 10 2009
Ari Hoenig: Bert’s Playground
Ari Hoenig's Punk Bop album showcases the drummer's lighthearted side with an array of impressive guests.
Friday, January 4 2008
Paul Motian Trio 2000 (Plus Two): Live at the Village Vanguard
The drummer brings a wild and jagged quintet into jazz's Carnegie Hall and makes it all sound new again.
Monday, December 17 2007
Chris Potter 10: Music for Anyone
The outstanding young reed player writes for an unconventional tentet of strings, winds, and rhythm -- and it works!
Friday, December 14 2007
Chris Potter Underground: Follow the Red Line
A fired-up quartet of architectural jazz-funk fills the legendary jazz basement with sonic silver.
Tuesday, December 11 2007
The Best Jazz of 2007
In spite of the perception of jazz as an increasingly niche market, the year's best show a style of music that remains ever youthful in its exploration of new territories, expanding its diversity and range of expression.
Thursday, July 19 2007
Kenny Werner: Lawn Chair Society
Fully integrated electro-acoustic jazz from a journeyman pianist -- a revelation.
Friday, October 6 2006
Dave Holland Quintet: Critical Mass
One of the top bands in jazz today sends out another zinging-great record.
