by Michael Toland, The Big Takeover “The blend of Middle Eastern and Balkan melodies with jazz rhythm and arrangements gives the music a feel that would be exotic to any … Read More
REVIEW: Christiane Karam’s ‘Nar’ – The Big Takeover
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REVIEW: Mathis Picard’s ‘Live at the Museum’ – The Big Takeover
by Michael Toland, The Big Takeover “After gigging and recording as a sideperson for the last five years or so, young pianist Mathis Picard makes his full-length solo debut with … Read More
REVIEW: Oz Noy/Ugonna Okegwo/Ray Marchica “Riverside” – THE BIG TAKE OVER
By Michael Toland, The Big Take Over Guitarist Oz Noy is best known for bluesy fusion records. For Riverside, however, he’s teamed up with his pals Ugonna Okegwo (bass) and … Read More