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Eric Erhardt -][- A BETTER FATE – [Tapestry Records, 2012 | Review] –

29 Tuesday May 2012

Posted by Rob Young in Flux Music Essentials, Fusion, Improvised Music, Jazz, Modern Jazz, Music Reviews, New Music, What's New?

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Eric Erhardt, A BETTER FATE

Eric Erhardt -][- A BETTER FATE –Mp3– [Tapestry Records, 2012 | Review] –

The multi-faceted Eric Erhardt arrives with a harmonious palette of eight flavorful and astute originals pushes the envelope of his voicing’s on what is described as “acoustic fusion” on his debut album “A Better Fate.”

Based in the Mile High City (Denver), Eric was mentored by the legendary sax giant Dave Liebman. Erhardt a veteran in his own right is a notable band leader who wrote and arranged all compositions on this recording. This elegant tapestry consists of a blanket stitched and colored with the fibers of Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, rock and 20th century classic. Continue reading →

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JD Allen -][- The Matador & The Bull – [Savant Records, 2012] –

29 Tuesday May 2012

Posted by Rob Young in Improvised Music, Jazz, Modern Jazz, New Music, Press Release

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JD Allen, THE MATADOR & THE BULL

JD Allen -][- The Matador & The Bull – [Savant Records, 2012] –

For his Savant Records’ debut, tenor saxman JD Allen went back in the studio with colleagues Gregg August and Rudy Royston, both of whom have been his regular partners on the bandstand and in the studio since 2008.

They go about their business with a robust and focused melodic articulation propelled by great rhythmic drive. You will not find this trio beating a dead horse into submission.

The original tracks are short, they get in, make a statement, essay some variations, and get out–short and sweet and intense. An interesting, exciting and thought-provoking release from JD Allen and company. -[Editorial Review | Amazon]- | Song listing below Continue reading →

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Urban Flux presents: featured artist of the week Maurice Evans

29 Tuesday May 2012

Posted by Rob Young in African American Art, Art, Urban Art, What's New?

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Greeting’s art enthusiasts, I’m delighted on this gorgeous day to feature one of the hottest, talented and most gifted artist in the world of art Maurice Evans. Amoebuzzcyte, is a stunning abstract piece on exhibit is one of many intoxicating paintings from Evans amazing art gallery which features a variety of styles and media formats currently on display.

Maurice Evans | Amoebuzzcyte – [Original Acrylic /mixed media on Wood] –

Maurice Evans, Amoebuzzcyte

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