The Jazz Word on Kenny Shanker “Steppin’ Up”…

thejazzword.blogspot.com Steppin' Up is a powerhouse set of aggressive jazz from New York-based alto saxophonist Kenny Shanker. A commanding soloist who draws from a wide range of influence, Shanker moves easily...

ejazznews reviews Brent Canter “Urgency of Now”…

ejazznews.com A testimonial from guitar legend Kenny Burrell in the album notes emphasizes that young guitarist Brent Canter’s ability to infuse strong melodies, the element of surprise, and outstanding technical...

Dan Bilawsky reviews Patrick Cornelius “Maybe Steps”…

www.allaboutjazz.com Fierce (Whirlwind, 2010) found alto saxophonist Patrick Cornelius in fine, feisty form, as he worked through his own winning compositions in a piano-less trio with occasional guests format, but he's...

SomethingElse Reviews Nick Hempton “The Business”…

somethingelsereviews.com Australian native alto sax practitioiner Nick Hempton is distingished by his smooth tone and direct delivery. The Business is distinguished by a few things, too. First of all, Hempton is joined...

Peter Hum reviews “more-altos-you-ought-to-know-about”…

blogs.ottawacitizen.com Over at the office of Posi-Tone, the Los Angeles-based jazz label, 2011 is jokingly referred to as the “year of the altos.” Below are reviews of three discs that...

ejazznews reviews Nick Hempton “The Business”….

ejazznews.com Nick Hempton “The Business” Oct 5th, 2011  By: Edward Blanco Leading the Nick Hempton Band on their second album and first on the Posi-Tone label, saxophonist Hempton guides his...

J Hunter reviews David Gibson “End of the Tunnel”…

www.nippertown.com DAVID GIBSON “End of the Tunnel” (Posi-Tone) One of the downsides of Posi-Tone being the biggest purveyor of trad jazz today is that most of their releases are so...

Dan Bilawsky reviews Kenny Shanker “Steppin’ Up”….

www.allaboutjazz.com Alto Saxophonist Kenny Shanker is proof that an artist's direction isn't always reflected in their tonal personality. Shanker possesses a sleek-and-sweet tone that has served him well on dates...

SaxShed on Kenny Shanker “Steppin Up!”….

saxshed.com Alto saxophonist and relative newcomer Kenny Shanker has recently released his inaugural CD “Steppin’ Up” on Posi-Tone Records. In addition to Shanker on alto saxophone, this wonderful jazz recording...