Something Else reviews gives us the truth on “Allied Forces” by Steve Fidyk
When I state that Steve Fidyk wrote the book on big band drumming, I’m not being totally honest because he’s written many such books.... S. Victor Aaron - Something Else...
Music and More blog on “Inner Agent” by David Gibson
Trombonist David Gibson has created a fine modern mainstream jazz album with his fourth Posi-Tone release. Performing alongside him are Freddie Hendrix on trumpet, Theo Hill on piano, Alexander Claffy...
Chicago Reader tells us about Peter Brendler’s mainstream postbop “Message In Motion”
New York bassist Peter Brendler has been a rising figure in the city's jazz mainstream for the past decade or so. He recently released Message in Motion (Posi-Tone), his second...
Culture Jazz (France) reveals the Power of “Message In Motion”
Jazz full frame. It is right on target with this strong team of aggressive and inventive musicians able to revive the colors of the modern swing. After Outside The Line...
Something Else shows it’s Gratitude for Tom Tallitsch’s latest release
Last spring tenor sax ace Tom Tallitsch put forth his seventh album Gratitude, comprising mostly of songs gestated during a particularly reflective time in his life, a roughly yearlong span...
The Way Walt Weiskopf Plays It
One of the musical highlights in a Wisconsin summer full of them is the scheduled appearance of Steely Dan and Steve Winwood at the BMO Harris Pavilion in Milwaukee on...
Behn Gillece new one “Dare To Be” reviewed by Midwest Record
The vibe ace might have dedicated this set to Gary Burton, but he tips the cap to Bobby Hutcherson as well. And he probably has Milt Jackson in the back...
Smooth Technique and a love of Melody is “Bright Side” by Doug Webb
From the very first, sweet strains of tenor saxophone that leap from my CD player, I know it’s Doug Webb. I’ve been listening to his style and enjoying the excitement...
Step Tempest reveals the positive message in “Message In Motion”
It's no secret that as a listener and review, I'm drawn to the work of the rhythm section. Not that I don't appreciate a great saxophonist or guitarist but it's...
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