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1.1 Time (Dilation)1.2 Know Thorn1.3 Cutting (Room B)1.4 Know Rose1.5 Cutting (Room a)1.6 Vuja de1.7 Happiness (Held Is a Seed)1.8 Petite Suite1.9 Code (Switch)1.10 DJ Vu1.11 Happiness (Shared Is a Flower)1.12 If They Holler Let Them Go |
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| | Description: | Though the term ??visionary? is rather overused, it certainly applies to tenor saxophonist and composer JD Allen. A musical sponge of sorts, Allen is a remarkable amalgam of a wide variety of musical styles and influences, blurring the boundaries of contemporary jazz by creating a dynamic fusion of tradition and modernity. There is a decidedly ??third stream? quality to Allen??s compositions, combining as they do advanced classical compositional techniques, the incorporation of electronic sounds and the distillation of historic jazz genres such as call and response, field hollers and, of course, the blues. This type of music relies on the total dedication of all the performers and Allen??s latest recording features three of his regular colleagues, the acoustic and electric basses of Gregg August and Ian Kenselaar and the remarkably expressive drummer, Nic Cacioppo. These men have worked with Allen on his previous Savant recordings, perhaps most notably on the unofficial trilogy of Americana, Americana Vol. 2 and Barracoon, and can be considered kindred spirits with their leader. Together, they delve into themes of culture and history, offering moving narratives through their sophisticated approach and profound improvisational skills.
- Though the term "visionary" is rather overused, it certainly applies to tenor saxophonist and composer JD Allen. A musical sponge of sorts, Allen is a remarkable amalgam of a wide variety of musical styles and influences, blurring the boundaries of contemporary jazz by creating a dynamic fusion of tradition and modernity. There is a decidedly "third stream" quality to Allen's compositions, combining as they do advanced classical compositional techniques, the incorporation of electronic sounds and the distillation of historic jazz genres such as call and response, field hollers and, of course, the blues. This type of music relies on the total dedication of all the performers and Allen's latest recording features three of his regular colleagues, the acoustic and electric basses of Gregg August and Ian Kenselaar and the remarkably expressive drummer, Nic Cacioppo. These men have worked with Allen on his previous Savant recordings, perhaps most notably on the unofficial trilogy of "Americana," "Americana Vol. 2" and "Barracoon," and can be considered kindred spirits with their leader. Together, they delve into themes of culture and history, offering moving narratives through their sophisticated approach and profound improvisational skills."The Dark, The Light, The Grey And The Colorful" is a captivating CD release by acclaimed saxophonist JD Allen, brought to you by the renowned jazz label Savant. This album showcases Allen's masterful command of the tenor saxophone and his ability to traverse emotional landscapes through music. Each track explores contrasting moods?ranging from somber introspection to vibrant bursts of color?demonstrating both technical prowess and deep artistic sensitivity. JD Allen has established himself as one of contemporary jazz?s most innovative voices, with previous albums like "Americana: Musings on Jazz and Blues" receiving critical acclaim for their originality and depth. His work often blends tradition with modernity, making each new project eagerly anticipated in the jazz community. Savant Records is known for its dedication to high-quality jazz productions and has been home to many celebrated artists over the years. | | | No. of tracks: |
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SCD 2217 |
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