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June 6, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Bat For Lashes: The Boys of Summer (Live at EartH, London, 2019)
Bat For Lashes The Boys of Summer (ep) Bat For Lashes I’ve long been a fan of covers that go deep beyond anything resembling a ‘novelty factor’; covers where the artist (always a gifted songwriter of course) takes apart a classic track and rebuild it, not to make it better but simply to better understand […]Archive
May 24, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
V/A: I Still Play
Various Artists: I Still Play Nonesuch Records I Still Play is a compilation of brand new solo piano compositions by composers across jazz, classical, pop and experimental (modern) music that have recorded for the Nonesuch Records label. The majority of the works are performed by classical pianist and composer Timo Andres (who also contributes a […]Archive
April 22, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Bill Laurance Trio: Live at Ronnie Scott’s
Bill Laurance Trio Live at Ronnie Scott’s Flint Music Bill Laurance’s rightful musical title might be Keyboard Wizard. A founder of the indie jazz-rock ensemble Snarky Puppy, he’s responsible for dizzying runs, weird and brilliant use of electronics and beneath all of that, the sensitivity and musicality of a pianist – so all the bells […]Archive
April 19, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
David Foster: Eleven Words
David Foster Eleven Words Classics Canadian producer, songwriter, composer and Music Business Mogul David Foster is like a Hallmark Greeting Card King of music. He’s written and produced music by and for Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Kenny G, Seal, Christina Aguilera and many more. He was there helping to discover the likes of Michael Buble […]Archive
April 12, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Aaron Diehl: The Vagabond
Aaron Diehl The Vagabond Mack Avenue I’ve loved Aaron Diehl’s work – as leader and accompanist – across his five solo records to date and in his work with Cécile McLorin Salvant – in fact the best bit about seeing McLorin Salvant in concert was Diehl and his trio. They were exquisite.Archive
April 9, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
The Vinyl Countdown # 137
Beethoven: Alfred Brendel, Orchestra Pro Musica Di Vienna (Cond. Zubin Mehta), Piano Sonatas Op. 53, No. 21 “Waldstein”; Op. 57, No. 23 “Apassionata”; Piano Concerto Nr. 5 In E Flat, Op. 73, “Emperor” (1981) I have a shelf of classical records – it’s basically the only genre of music I have sealed off in its […]Archive
April 3, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Roger Kellaway: The Many Open Minds of Roger Kellaway
Roger Kellaway The Many Open Minds of Roger Kellaway IPO Recordings The archive of rare/lost/archival jazz recordings is staggering. Here’s a gig Roger Kellaway recorded just under a decade ago – and left it. It’s a stunner. He’s at the keys working his magic – with shit-hot bassist Dan Lutz and killer guitarist Bruce Forman […]Archive
March 24, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Kenny Barron / Dave Holland Trio Featuring Jonathan Blake: Without Deception
Kenny Barron / Dave Holland Trio Featuring Jonathan Blake Without Deception Dare2 Records No deception here whatsoever – it’s there in the title/s – three players absolutely giving their all making this a fantastic recording. Both Barron (piano) and Holland (bass) are masters of their respective crafts, both great band leaders too and living legends; […]Archive
March 17, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Franco Piccinno: Mirror
Franco Piccinno Mirror Diapason Franco Piccinno is an Italian pianist who long ago mastered the art of taking from pop and indie music and making it sound like a late-night reverie when arranged for solo piano. These nocturnal stirrings are the work of a man finding new melodies deep within acknowledged classics. He takes from […]Archive
March 12, 2020 by Simon Sweetman
Ella Fitzgerald: The Complete Piano Duets
Ella Fitzgerald The Complete Piano Duets Verve Where do you start with Ella Fitzgerald? There are hundreds of albums – including dozens of very good compilations. You could start with her duets with Louis Armstrong – sure. Many people do. And fair enough. There are her songbook albums – where she showcases the work of […]Archive
March 11, 2020 by Simon Sweetman