2007-06-03
Various Artists: European Jazz Stage (Radio Netherlands Worldwide) Playing like a European version of the famed NPR-syndicate program Jazz from the Lincoln Center, this disc is a sampler of a sorts from a 13 week long jazz series hosted by Daniel Frankl. Jazz ranging from bop to contemporary, from big band to the classic sounds of late 40s/50s era Blue Note, there is a bit for every discerning listener. All tracks are clean, but 1 through 10 are samples of the program with commentary. 11 through 20 are where its at. Reviewed by Trevor Edmonds (May 2007) (All tracks clean)ALLEN TOUSSAINT
The Bright Mississippi
INARA GEORGE WITH VAN DYKE PARKS
An Invitation
CHARLIE HUNTER
GENTLEMEN I NEGLECTED TO INFORM YOU YOU WILL NOT BE GETTING PAID
JACK DEJONETTE AND BILL FRISELL
The Elephant Sleeps But Still Remembers
River Rogues Jazz Band
From Fats to Satch
Jeff Coffin Mu'Tet
Bloom
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