Jazz.com Reviews: December 9, 2008
With the year coming to a close, the major labels have closed their doors. They’re either having a big party or maybe there’s just a lot of crying going on. The good news is that independent artists keep right on pushing. Just look at what I’ve discovered this week. Big band madness, gorgeous vocals, and some dude who I swear is not related to me. Check ‘em out:
Satoko Fujii Orchestra New York - Summer Suite
Sun Ra - Brainville
Jonatha Brooke - My Flowers Grow Green
Peter Sommer - Round Midnight
Bob McHugh - Jitterbug Waltz
Joani Taylor - Take Five
Patrick Rydman - A Heartache On The Side
Mark Zaleski Band - Care Free