By Frank Griffith, Bebop Spoken Here Veteran Canadian guitarist, Lorne Lofsky’s latest release is his first one as a leader in over 20 years. Joining him is his quartet, made up of long-time musical colleagues, with whom Lofsky has been playing since the early 1980s. Read more here.
By Frank Griffith, Bebop Spoken Here azz vocal group, The Royal Bopsters, have just produced their second release – Party Of Four – which also includes veteran vocal bopsters, Bob Dorough and Sheila Jordan as well as bass giant Christian McBride on selected tracks. Read more here.
By Frank Griffith, London Jazz News Alto saxophonist Charles McPherson‘s distinctive musical personality is rooted in bebop, bluesiness with a bouncy and vibrant gait. It slithers and weaves – making it an effective complement for dance. Jazz Dance Suites was inspired by and dedicated to his daughter, Camille, a soloist in the San Diego Ballet. … Read More
By Frank Griffith, Londo Jazz News Charles Pillow leads his New York City-based Large Ensemble on his 2018 CD, Electric Miles. In his reimagining of Miles Davis’ “electric” years (1969-1972) Pillow draws from the seminal albums, Bitches Brew, In A Silent Way and On The Corner. His 18-piece big band transforms the sonic palette that … Read More
