2009-08-17
This is a contemporary jazz release of all original compositions, a few of which could be categorized as bop ("Little Bit"), and some of which could be called smooth ("MM&D" and "Podunk"). Some of it can have a little soul ("K-Funk" and "Zone Seven") and some can have a nice groove ("Totem Dance" and "Get In Line"). There is nothing spectacular here. It is capably performed versions of uncomplicated, adequately-written pieces. Rebecca RuthTHE CHARLES MINGUS SEXTET
Charles Mingus Sextet with Eric Dolphy - Cornell 1964
Mike Longo And The New York State Of The Art Jazz Ensemble
Live From New York
The Lynne Arriale Trio
Come Together
PETER KATER
10 Questions for the Dalai Lama
Rykarda Parasol
Our Hearts First Meet
DR. LONNIE SMITH
SPIRAL
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