Neff Irizarry; Cambio [Change]Guitarist Neff Irizarry leads a very energetic Latin influenced quartet with vibes, bass, and percussion. The eleven songs heard here are all originals conceived with high spirits and a fun loving feeling. This is feel good music to be sure. And it is very well played from the first note to the last.
Blue Canoe Records; 2024; times not indicated
Dan Moretti And Brazilia; Celebrating Wayne Shorter
Tenor and soprano saxophonist Dan Moretti has assembled an ensemble playing the music of one of jazzzdom's true greats, Wayne Shorter. The group frames these selections in a Latin surrounding and it all comes across perfectly. Tunes include “Black Nile”, “Fee Fi Fo Fum”, “Speak No Evil”, and perhaps my two personal favorite Shorter compositions, “Yes Or No” and “Footprints”. Wayne fans, you'll want to get your hands on this one.
Roots Grooves Records; 2024; appx. 51 min.
Gardyn Jazz Orchestra; Vinyl Brews
The Gardyn (yes, that's how they spell it) Jazz Orchestra is a big band with high energy. They blast away on six originals and three alternate takes in a live and lively performance. Most of the players are featured in riveting solos. Everybody—-orchestra and audience---seems to be having a wonderful time. Undoubtedly, you will too!
JCGardner Music; 2024; appx. 47 min.
Joe Syrian Motor City Jazz Octet; Secret Message
Now here is a talented bunch that makes no apologies for playing mostly from an era when songwriting was truly an art. As a result we are treated to sparkling, fresh interpretations of “Bye Bye Blackbird”, “Star Eyes”, “Night And Day”, “I Should Care”, and a few titles from more recent years. These inform us that some of us still care about quality music well performed.
Circle 9 Records; 2024; appx. 45 min.
Doug MacDonald; Santa Monica Session
The sound of Doug MacDonald's bright, feel good guitar is back once again for us to enjoy. With a polished and supportive rhythm section, MacDonald swings with authority on tunes like “Lady Bird”, “Prisoner Of Love”, “Walkin'”, “Pent Up House”, “Perdido”, and a few of his own very well performed originals. Doug MacDonald is fortunate to record quite frequently and each disc is a delight to hear.
Dmac Music; probably 2024; appx. 37 min.
No comments:
Post a Comment