From the get-go, with the weird 5/4 beat of "Mr. Rocket Boots Celery Man," this sly jazz quintet weaves a web of smooth themes and spidery solos, their earthy vibe reinforced by a clean but lo-fi roominess in the recording, uncomplicated arrangements, and tribal rhythms.
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Music Review: Robby Ameen – ‘Days in the Night’
A truly rewarding multi-faceted, listening experience.
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Wijnen’s is jazz you want to listen to.
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Glamour at its sultry best: Lyn Stanley.
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A trio of fine jazz releases is spotlighted here.
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Bell has a vision, and Hendelman, Thiroux, and Witek buy into that vision with gusto.
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This release reveals another side of songstress Cyrille Aimée.
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Engaging from its very first note, 'Dawn to Dusk' will delight more than only fans of modern jazz, blues, and funk.
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Three jazz albums you may have missed.
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