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Sunday, November 24, 2019

Jazz Album Review: Two More Adventurous Discs from the Inexhaustible Satoko Fujii by Steve Feeney

There’s no doubt that the Japan-born composer/pianist/bandleader Satoro Fujii is one of the most prolific recording artists of her time. The post Jazz Album Review: Two More Adventurous Di…

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Friday, October 11, 2019

Jazz Album Review: jaimie branch’s “FLY or DIE II: bird dogs of paradise” — Into the Outer Reaches by Steve Feeney

jaimie branch knows music has to be wild and dangerous and beautiful to cut through all the distractions of our times. The post Jazz Album Review: jaimie branch’s “FLY or DIE II: bird do…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 07:36PM
Sunday, September 1, 2019

Jazz CD Review: Two Quartets Discover Exhilarating New Terrain by Steve Feeney

The powerful quartets on The People I Love and Terra Incognita work toward locating places beyond notation where, in each moment, new vistas may emerge. The post Jazz CD Review: Two Quartets…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:36PM
Tuesday, July 2, 2019

Jazz Album Review: “Swing Symphony” — Quintessential Wynton Marsalis by Steve Feeney

Wynton Marsalis' Swing Symphony is his third effort in the grand form. The post Jazz Album Review: “Swing Symphony” — Quintessential Wynton Marsalis appeared first on The Arts Fuse.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:03AM
Saturday, June 22, 2019

Jazz CD Review: Anthony Braxton – Quartet (New Haven) 2014 — Freely Creative Music by Steve Feeney

This set of discs will be a delight for any fan of advanced (and incredibly sustained) creativity in music. The post Jazz CD Review: Anthony Braxton – Quartet (New Haven) 2014 — Freely C…

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Saturday, June 15, 2019

Jazz CD Review: Yoko Miwa Trio’s “Keep Talkin’ ” — Keep Listenin’ by Steve Feeney

Keep Talkin’ further solidifies Yoko Miwa's place on the list of pianists who can lift evolved spirits without resorting to stridency. The post Jazz CD Review: Yoko Miwa Trio’s “Keep …

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 08:12AM
Saturday, May 18, 2019

Jazz CD Review: The OGJB Quartet — Skipping About Through Time by Steve Feeney

It is enormous fun to hear how this group of veterans try to think in new ways -- as they do throughout this engaging release. The post Jazz CD Review: The OGJB Quartet — Skipping About Th…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:18PM
Thursday, April 25, 2019

Jazz CD Review: The Art Ensemble of Chicago — Still out on the Edge by Steve Feeney

Amid the continual flood of new jazz releases, this anniversary bash is one to be savored. The post Jazz CD Review: The Art Ensemble of Chicago — Still out on the Edge appeared first on Th…

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Friday, March 29, 2019

Jazz Album Review: Miles Davis — An Excellent Homage to the Master by Steve Feeney

This album does an excellent job of recapturing some of the glory of the original Miles Davis recordings. The post Jazz Album Review: Miles Davis — An Excellent Homage to the Master appear…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:21PM
Saturday, March 9, 2019

Jazz Album: “Love Hurts” — Guitarist Julian Lage’s Strongest Recording to Date by Steve Feeney

The disc is manna for lovers of assertive electric guitar, played by one of today's top practitioners, in an unadorned trio setting. The post Jazz Album: “Love Hurts” — Guitarist Juli…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:47PM
Tuesday, January 29, 2019

Jazz CD Review: Eric Dolphy — Still a “Musical Prophet” by Steve Feeney

Eric Dolphy fully deserves the renewed attention that this important release demands. The post Jazz CD Review: Eric Dolphy — Still a “Musical Prophet” appeared first on The…

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:36AM
Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Jazz CD Review: Fred Hersch Trio ’97 @ The Village Vanguard by Steve Feeney

With two able bandmates, Fred Hersch is inspired to unwind a nice set of standards and a few originals.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:12AM
Friday, October 5, 2018

Jazz Concert: Dirigo Rataplan at Bowdoin College by Steve Feeney

Jazz band Dirigo Rataplan explores what could be described as 'chamber expressionism.'

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 12:48PM
Monday, September 10, 2018

Jazz CD Review: Macuco Quintet — Welcome “Friendly Signs” by Steve Feeney

It is this ability to ditch sophistication that makes the Macuco Quintet a band worthy of affection as well as admiration.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:04AM
Monday, August 20, 2018

Jazz CD Review: Pianist/Composer Satoko Fujii at 60 — Full Speed Ahead by Steve Feeney

From intense solo recitals to big band rumbles, Satoko Fujii can not only be counted on for exploratory zeal -- she also has the chops to pull off whatever she attempts.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 06:48PM
Friday, July 20, 2018

Jazz CD Review: Dexter Gordon and John Coltrane Redux by Steve Feeney

The release of previously unavailable recordings from Dexter Gordon and John Coltrane are causes for celebration. Two unforgettable voices in jazz -- are back!

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 01:33PM
Thursday, July 5, 2018

Jazz Concert Review: Nels Cline 4 — Mindbenders by Steve Feeney

Nels Cline 4 is a group that can cross musical and cultural boundaries with exhilarating ease.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:42AM
Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Jazz CD Review: Dave Holland Ventures into “Uncharted Territories” by Steve Feeney

On these two discs you’ll find masterfully played, engaging excursions into the tonal beyond.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 11:24AM
Thursday, June 7, 2018

Jazz CDs Review: Thumbscrew’s Ying and Yang — “Theirs” and “Ours” by Steve Feeney

Perhaps the idea is for the listener to come up with their own ideal blend, sort of a mix and max approach regarding the strengths in each disc.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 05:12PM
Saturday, May 12, 2018

Jazz Review: A Trio of Superb Trio Albums by Steve Feeney

Good things come in threes.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 04:36PM
Monday, April 2, 2018

Jazz Concert/CD Review: Frank Carlberg and Noah Preminger — “Whispers and Cries” by Steve Feeney

The talented duo’s ability to impressively converse across a stylistic divide was fascinating.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 10:12AM
Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Jazz CD Review: “Scandal” — Masters of Their Art by Steve Feeney

Scandal is a masterful example of musical discourse dedicated to making the most of the powers and pleasures of tradition-infused improvised jazz.

SOURCE: The Arts Fuse at 02:57PM

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