Louis Prima, Jr.’s album captures something of the Prima, Sr. vibe.
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Music Review: Eric Johnson – ‘Europe Live’
Eric Johnson's 'Europe Live' is a best of collection in more ways than one.
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B. F. G. would do well not to wait 12 years to follow up 'Now or Never.'
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If communication is what Hayes and his ensemble are aiming for, this is an album that hits the mark.
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With the Tony Awards approaching faster than a speeding bullet, we've got a copy to give away of the original cast recording of the Woody Allen musical nominated for six Tonys.
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Jimmy Cobb, now in his 80s, can still deliver the goods.
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In a sense what you get on 'Latin Jazz Underground' is free jazz-lite.
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Boland may not be a name that resonates like that of a Bill Evans or a Dave Brubeck, but he knows his way around a keyboard.
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A winning debut for a fine ensemble with a distinctive sound.
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Pianist Harold Mabern is at the top of his game.
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