2007-01-24
Herein lies some fine jazz from an accomplished acoustic and electric bassist and his gang of three. With the exception of Emotional Storm and Continuo, this music is neither rambunctious nor sedate, generating just enough energy to get the appendages dancing. There is enough variety to keep the music mostly mellow but interesting without losing itself or the listener. Add the periodic touch of oud, a Middle Eastern lute, and the music takes on an exotic edge. -- MostlyTHE GODFATHERS OF GROOVE FEATURING REUBEN WILSON, BERNARD “PRETTY” PURDIE, AND GRANT GREEN JR.
The Godfathers of Groove
ELIANE ELIAS
LIGHT MY FIRE
THE NIGHTCRAWLERS
Down in the Bottom
DANIEL SMITH
Bebop Bassoon
PETER ROM TRIO
Says Who?!
Various Artists
Monterey Jazz Festival 50th Anniversary All-Stars
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