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John Scofield – ‘Swallow Tales’ (2020)

John Scofield – ‘Swallow Tales’ (2020)

The John Scofield Trio’s ‘Swallow Tales’ shows that Steve Swallow songs are the sound of quality modern jazz, even with a small band playing in no-nonsense bop style.

Charles Rumback, “Burning Daylight” from ‘June Holiday’ (2020): Something Else! Video Premiere

Charles Rumback, “Burning Daylight” from ‘June Holiday’ (2020): Something Else! Video Premiere

Here is the streaming premiere of Charles Rumback’s “Burning Daylight” track from his upcoming LP ‘June Holiday.’

Jon Hatamiya – ‘More Than Anything’ (2020)

Jon Hatamiya – ‘More Than Anything’ (2020)

Jon Hatamiya has put together a set of recordings where every single track sounds fresh and full of ingenuity.

Jimmy Greene – ‘While Looking Up’ (2020)

Jimmy Greene – ‘While Looking Up’ (2020)

The Jimmy Greene of 2020’s ‘While Looking Up’ is the same Jimmy Greene of 2009’s ‘Mission Statement’: a man of faith, eternal hope and steely determination. And, a danged fine musician.

Tim Berne’s Snakeoil – ‘The Fantastic Mrs. 10’ (2020)

Tim Berne’s Snakeoil – ‘The Fantastic Mrs. 10’ (2020)

‘The Fantastic Mrs. 10’ boils down to Matt Mitchell’s simple words: Tim Berne’s designs provide a context for insanity. Sweet insanity.

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Pat Metheny – ‘From This Place’ (2020)

Broadly speaking, ‘From This Place’ is the classic Pat Metheny plot updated with new twists; that is still miles better than what the vast majority of artists are capable of today – jazz or not.

Theo Hill – ‘Reality Check’ (2020)

Theo Hill – ‘Reality Check’ (2020)

On his third album ‘Reality Check,’ pianist Theo Hill is advancing his craft forcefully, a positive sign of creative restlessness.

Gordon Grdina’s Nomad Trio – ‘Nomad’ (2020)

Gordon Grdina’s Nomad Trio – ‘Nomad’ (2020)

It’s clear how Gordon Grdina?’s Nomad Trio got their name: They wander without a clear map through vast musical terrain few can even attempt, and make it to the other side unscathed.

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Paul Bley, Gary Peacock + Paul Motian – ‘When Will The Blues Leave’ (1999, rel. 2019)

There’s no better way to remember the brilliance of the late Paul Bley and Paul Motian – as well as that of the still-thriving Gary Peacock.

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Avram Fefer Quartet – ‘Testament’ (2019)

‘Testament’ leaves me wondering why Avram Fefer isn’t more widely noticed. He consistently brings the goods in composition, technique and sidemen – and delivers.