Jeff Lynne’s ELO, August 15, 2018: Shows I’ll Never Forget
Jeff Lynne once again demonstrated what makes Electric Light Orchestra special, namely combining various genres to render the music timeless.
Something Else!
Daniel Bennett Group – We Are the Orchestra (2018)
The album’s PR material describes ‘We Are the Orchestra’ as a “bold departure” for Daniel Bennett, but what strikes me actually is that it’s not.
The 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco, “39 Grams” (2018): Something Else! Sneak Peek
Like the Real Thing, you might attempt to resist the 1957 Tail-Fin Fiasco’s “39 Grams” but let’s face it, you can’t.
Jeff Lorber Fusion – Impact (2018)
Get used to seeing that adjective ‘funky’ applied to the Jeff Lorber Fusion’s latest album ‘Impact;’ it applies all over this record and that’s just the way it was intended.
Chris Lightcap – Superette (2018)
In unveiling his Superette band, Chris Lightcap shows that he invests a fair amount of serious artistry into his work even when he’s making casually fun music.
The Beatles, “Little Child” from ‘With the Beatles’ (1963): Deep Beatles
“Little Child” paints a tantalizing picture of the organic sound of the Beatles, giving a taste of their early years.
New Orleans at 300: In Search of Jazz
New Orleans is a place where many cultures met in the past, and it continues to draw people from all over the world – including jazz lovers like me.
Sonar with David Torn – Vortex (2018)
No adjustment was necessary for this new collaboration, because Sonar or David Torn complement each other uncommonly well on ‘Vortex.’
Bob James Trio – ‘Espresso’ (2018)
‘Espresso’ doesn’t always stick to the script of being an acoustic trio playing straight-ahead jazz, but Bob James never really chose a side.
Ivo Perelman – Kindred Spirits w/ Rudi Mahall and Spiritual Prayers w/ Jason Stein (2018)
Ivo Perelman, that endless fountain for saxophone phraseology, is finally slowing down.
