Monthly Archives: March 2014

Trombone Shorty, “Hurricane Season” from Backatown (Verve, 2010). Hard-swinging New Orleans funk-jazz. World Saxophone Quartet, “For the Love of Money” from Rhythm and Blues (1989). Special for Spring Membership Drive. Dave Douglas, “Eastern Parkway” from Freak In (2003). Cracking modern … Continue reading →

John Scofield, “Kool” from Groove Elation (Blue Note, 1995). Funky from guitarist. The Crusaders, “Chain Reaction” from the 1975 album of the same name. Groove jazz masters. Renee Rosnes, “Recordame” from Black Narcissus (2008). Pianist leading a trio with Joe … Continue reading →

Charlie Hunter Quartet, “Let’s Get Medieval” from Ready, Set, Shango (Blue Note, 1996). Hunter’s 8-string guitar sounding like a Hammond B-3 organ. Zbygniew Namyslovsky, “Tango” from Namyslovsky! (1978, Inner City). Unique and groovy composition by Polish altoist. Chicago Underground Trio, … Continue reading →