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 Ruth
BILLY BANG QUINTET FEATURING FRANK LOWE
Above & Beyond: Live in Grand Rapids
Dr. Ed Calle
Mamblue
DIGITAL PRIMITIVES
Hum, Crackle, and Pop
JACK DEJONETTE AND BILL FRISELL
The Elephant Sleeps But Still Remembers
Alex Garcia’s AFROMANTRA
Uplifting Spirit
Arjun
Core
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