Hein Van Der Geyn, John Abercrombie, Joe Labarbera
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Bass: Hein Van de Geyn, Drums: Joe LaBarbera, Guitar: John Abercrombie, Vocals: Dee Dee Bridgewater, Labelcode CHR 70002
"WHY REALLY" is a captivating jazz CD featuring the exceptional trio of Hein Van De Geyn (bass), John Abercrombie (guitar), and Joe LaBarbera (drums). This album, released by Challenge Records, showcases an intimate musical dialogue between three masters of their craft. The recording blends lyrical improvisation with intricate interplay, offering listeners a journey through modern jazz landscapes filled with emotion and technical brilliance. Each track highlights the unique voice of each musician while maintaining a cohesive group sound that is both sophisticated and accessible. Challenge Records, renowned for its high-quality jazz productions since 1994, has built a reputation for supporting innovative artists and delivering audiophile-grade recordings to discerning listeners worldwide.
Hein Van De Geyn is celebrated as one of Europe?s leading bassists, known for his melodic sensibility and collaborations with numerous jazz legends. John Abercrombie was an influential guitarist whose career spanned decades; he contributed significantly to contemporary jazz through his work on ECM Records and beyond. Joe LaBarbera brings rhythmic finesse honed from years performing alongside Bill Evans and other greats. Together on "WHY REALLY," they create music that resonates deeply within the tradition yet pushes creative boundaries.