Tony Lustig | Taking Flight
by Jeff Becker Newcomer Tony Lustig debuts on the scene with a stellar line up of supporting cast members, but don’t let the word newcomer…
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Bill Evans | Some Other Time: The Lost Session From the Black Forest
by Jeff Becker Many are passionate about the works of Bill Evans, and frankly – its not a stretch to be a fan. It simply…
Mac Gollehon and the Hispanic Mechanics
by Jeff Becker Hard hitting Latin jazz and #EDM combined what?? Oh yes, and only from the master himself trumpeter extraordinaire Mac Gollehon. Many of…
Cuong Vu, The Making of History Meets Pat Metheny
by Jeff Becker Watching the development of an artist over the years is probably one of the most gratifying aspects of being a jazz reviewer. …
Chris Ziemba, Manhattan Lullaby
by Jeff Becker The winner of the 2011 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition, pianist and composer Chris Ziemba is becoming an active presence on the New…
Brian Bromberg, Full Circle
by Jeff Becker Brian Bromberg’s latest CD, Full Circle, is fittingly titled. The long-time and well-received bass player has been virtually absent from the public…
Terry Marshall, Arrival
by Icrom Bigrad Composer/Pianist Terry Marshall has put together an enjoyable project entitled, Arrival featuring five original compositions and six well and not so well…
MoFrancesco Quintetto, Maloca
by Jeff Becker Well-crafted and swinging, bassist Francesco Valente presents bits of hard bop mixed with contemporary refrains, coupled with musicianship that sparkles with each…
Larry Corban, The Circle Starts Here
Larry Corban, The Circle Starts Here by Icrom Bigrad New York City based guitarist Larry Corban along with upright bassist Harvie S and drummer Steve…
Takeshi Asai, French Trio, Vol. 1
by Jeff Becker Takeshi Asai is a jazz pianist and composer that lives and performs in Europe, Asia and the U.S. French Trio, Vol. 1…