by Bman | Jul 27, 2026 | Uncategorized
First documented together on 2018's That's Right!, the musical relationship of virtuosic trumpeter Brad Goode and legendary saxophonist Ernie Watts goes back 8 years earlier when the two met on a stage together. Their vivid musical rapport immediately apparent,...
by Bman | Jul 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
I jut had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Stretch, from Ben Patterson and it's cooking. Opening with Unbridled, Ben Patterson on trombone leads off on this slamming adventure. Backed by Shawn Purcell on guitar, Harry Appelman on keys, Miles...
by Bman | Jun 25, 2026 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Giants, from Barry Greene and it's killer. Opening with Lonnie Smith's, Backtrack, Barry Greene really picked a smart track with a solid blues base. Excellent guitar work by Greene illustrates the...
by Bman | May 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Dear Ms. Dearie, from Dawn Clement, and its really quite good. Opening with The Gentleman Is A Dope, Dawn Clement on piano and vocal leads the way, supported by John Clayton on bass and Jeff Hamilton...
by Bman | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Hometown, by Jared Hall, and it's quite good. Opening with title track, Hometown, Jared Hall on trumpet and Troy Roberts on tenor sax create the melody, joined by Ben Markley on piano, Michael Glynn...