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Posted inMusic

Bassist Eric Revis works at the conflux of the mainstream and its far-out tributaries

by John Corbett August 27, 2018August 18, 2021

The quartet that bassist Eric Revis brings to Jazz Fest is packed with inside-outside explorers: pianist Kris Davis, reedist Ken Vandermark, and drummer Chad Taylor.

Posted inBlogs

J.D. Allen and Michael Bates extend a hallowed jazz tradition

by Peter Margasak August 7, 2015August 18, 2021

Both musicians prove the saxophone-trio sound has serious legs.

Posted inBlogs

J.D. Allen and Sean Jones highlight a busy weekend for jazz

by Peter Margasak September 26, 2014August 18, 2021

Both horn men arrive in town with strong new records.

Posted inBlogs

Tenor saxophonist J.D. Allen nails it again

by Peter Margasak June 13, 2012August 19, 2021

Tenor saxophonist J.D. Allen and his trio sound better than ever on their new album, The Matador and the Bull

Posted inBlogs

My favorite albums of 2011, numbers 20 through 11

by Peter Margasak December 29, 2011August 19, 2021

Peter Margasak’s 40 favorite albums of the year, part three.

Posted inBlogs

Best of 2009, Part Three

by Peter Margasak January 21, 2010August 19, 2021

Resuming the countdown of my 40 favorite albums of 2009 with installment three

Posted inBlogs

Best of 2008, part two

by Peter Margasak December 23, 2008August 19, 2021

My 40 favorite albums of 2008, continued: number 30 through number 21.

Posted inBlogs

More than another afterfest session

by Peter Margasak August 29, 2008August 19, 2021

Among the multitude of post-Jazz Festival gigs, Saturday night’s show at the Hungry Brain stands out big time.

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