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Review by JW January 27, 2003
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Another home run from APO. Yes, I know they are 25 dollars (or 23 at Best Buy) but I think these guys deserve it, so there. What can you say about Coltrane? This discs contains 4 lesser known numbers, two ballads and two slightly uptempo tracks. All in all 34 minutes of beautifully played tenor sax ... more |
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Review by JW January 27, 2003
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Don't you have the experience that discs that sound 'interesting' but not entirely convincing on first listen end up being long term companions? I have to admit I had never heard of the Cowboy Junkies, so I have SACD to thank for this personal 'discovery'. Fame is relative. What attracted me ... more |
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Review by JW April 13, 2003
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What a great disc! Sound, performance, hell even the liner notes are great. If you like Mel Tormé you may have this on vinyl as it was released in 1977 on the Gryphon label as "Tormé, A New Album". The booklet provides some interesting background detail for us audiophiles.
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Never thought of seeing Bruce Cockburn and Al Jarreau on SACD so early in the game, but there we are. I used to have the entire Jarreau catalogue on vinyl and I have a few CD's. It would be great to see it all released on SACD. Al Jarreau must be counted as one of the most original voices in Jazz ... more |
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Review by JW April 29, 2003
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This is a very short 'review' :-), but if you like trio's this is a 'must listen'. From the delicate intro on the first track to the great rythmic propulsion of 'Chitlins'. I really like what the guys have done with 'Luck Be A Lady'. And I can go on and on... The 'Gang' put in a great performance ... more |
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