This side loses out to Tedeschi/Trucks Revelator. Both sides have some killer grooves. The horn work by Pancho's band is really great. Doesn't sound tricky, but then I'm a bass player. While there's a horn line on the TTB side too, I wish they had them play as much as Poncho's band. TTB passes on it's stronger writing. But Psychedelic Blues is a fun side. Recommended. A solid B.
Clark Terry-Serenade to A Bus Seat
This is a fine side with some great playing from Paul Chambers and Philly Joe play great. I notice my ear is more drawn to this record when Clark is Playing. This is up against Rocket Science by Bela Fleck, and the more I hear that side the more I like it. Another B (which is my most common rating)
Jason Moran-Ten
This is another CD that really grows on me. I can't pick Jason's playing out of a lineup though. I haven't been able to hear what his style is. The writing is good on some of this, other tracks feel like throwaways to me. I like "Gangsterism over Ten Years" and really dig "Blue Blocks". Many other tracks though just don't do it for me. Somewhat recommended.
Fred Hersch-Whirl
Up against Metropole Orkest's 54. Just doesn't stand a chance. A few neat tunes, but nothing really connects for me. Not recommended. C.
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