2007-02-05
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. – Mostly
Various Artists
Monterey Jazz Festival 50th Anniversary All-Stars
OUT TO LUNCH
Melvin's Rockpile
GIACOMO GATES
Luminosity
SOMI
If the Rains Come First
James Taylor Quartet (JTQ)
The Oscillator
Manuel 'Guajiro' Mirabal
Buena Vista Social Club presents...
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