The Best Jazz of 2007

By Will Layman

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. [11 December 2007]

Is there Virtue in Virtuosity?

By Will Layman

Two recent releases by leading saxophonists Chris Potter and James Carter raise the question of the utility—or the misuses—of virtuosity in jazz. [22 October 2009]

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Chris Potter Underground: Follow the Red Line

By Will Layman

A fired-up quartet of architectural jazz-funk fills the legendary jazz basement with sonic silver. [14 December 2007]