‘Strung between Cambien’s razor-sharp prepared piano, and drummer Andersen’s surgical pointillism, Nergaard grounds the music in fresh bass science. The trio transitions fluently from enveloping drones — drawing from British improv — to ecstatic grooves that nod towards free jazz.
‘Though a debut album, the sound is exceptionally well-balanced. An energised calm fills the music with nerve and momentum, combining contemplativeness and expressivity. An extraordinary sense of consonance and texture creates an inviting tactility; something you can dive deep inside. The music sounds mature, but not remotely complacent. Rough and direct, yet eloquent and generous; both patient and restless, it stands firm.’

The title track is a pinnacle of funky soul jazz. No-nonsense chitlin manners, hard and tight, with none of the airs and graces of fusion. Sonny Phillips on electric piano, Ron Carter on bass. Jones nails it evilously. Ace drumming by Bud Kelly.

A brawny, no-piano, three-horn quintet — Dave Liebman, Joe Farrell, Frank Foster — including bassist Gene Perla. Questing, widescreen post-bop from 1971.

With George Coleman, Joe Farrell, Pepper Adams, Wilbur Little, and Candido.

With Dollar Brand and Hank Mobley, intriguingly. Bro Thad throws in a couple of burners (and plays a blinder on trumpet); DB debuts Tintiyana.

‘Classic vinyl series.’

‘Classic Vinyl.’

Plunky and co for Strata East.