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
DIZZY GILLESPIE ALL STAR BIG BAND
I'm BeBoppin' Too
BRIAN SETZER ORCHESTRA
SONGS FROM LONELY AVENUE
JOHN PATTON
Soul Connection
GIA NOTTE
Shades
CHRISTIAN HOWES
Southern Exposure
Dr. John
N'Awlinz: Dis Dat or D'Udda
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