Steve Davis -][- GETTIN’ It DONE – [Posi-Tone, 2012] –

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Billy Williams, Composer, Josh Bruneau, Larry Willis, Mike Dirubbo, Nat Reeves, Posi-Tone Records, Steve-Davis, Trombonist

Steve Davis, GETTIN’ It DONE

Steve Davis -][- GETTIN’ It DONE –Mp3– [Posi-Tone, 2012] –

Trombonist Steve Davis steps back into the spotlight with his latest record “Gettin’ It Done.” Composed of a fine programatic blend of Davis’s originals and new arrangements of a few classic tunes, the music swings to life in the able hands of his amazing band, featuring the collective talents of Mike DiRubbo, Larry Willis, Nat Reeves, Billy Williams and Josh Bruneau.

The joint is most certainly jumping and jazz fans and casual listeners will agree that Steve Davis latest release is most certainly “Gettin’ It Done.”

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Jordan Young -][- CYMBAL MELODIES – [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

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Avi Rothbard, Brian Charette, Composer, Drummer, Joe Sucato, Jordan Young, Posi-Tone Records

Jordan Young, CYMBAL MELODIES

Jordan Young -][- CYMBAL MELODIES – [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

Bells are ringing when drummer Jordan Young hits the set with his debut release for Posi-Tone, aptly entitled Cymbal Melodies. Indeed, Young succeeds in pushing his melodic message to the forefront with skillful leadership, while he ably demonstrates a total command of his own instrument. The session sings and soars from start to finish, featuring the B-3 wizardry and rhythmic genius of Brian Charette, the sensationally sizzling lines of guitarist Avi Rothbard, and Joe Sucato on sax for four tunes.

Critical listeners will certainly enjoy this flowing and thoughtful program of swinging selections and should agree that Cymbal Melodies announces that Jordan Young is an important and emerging new voice in jazz. -[Editorial Review | Amazon]-

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Tom Tallitsch -][- HEAD or TALES – [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

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Dave Allen, Jared Gold, Mark Ferber, Posi-Tone Records, Tenor Saxophone, Tom Tallitsch

Tom Tallitsch, HEAD or TALES

Tom Tallitsch -][- HEAD or TALES –Mp3– [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

Tom Tallitsch unleashes a big sound and lets his horn do the talking with “Heads or Tales,” his debut CD for Posi- Tone. Joining Tallitsch on the date is label mate organist Jared Gold, along with the steadfast rhythm section of guitarist Dave Allen and drummer Mark Ferber.

Featuring a program of exciting new compositions, and one tasty Neil Young cover thrown in for good measure, this session flows like a compelling collection of short stories, and will certainly speak volumes to discerning listeners about the quality Tallitsch’s talent as player and as a composer.

Jacám Manricks -][- CLOUD NINE – [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

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Adam Rogers, Amazon, Arranger, Composer, David Weiss, Jacám Manricks, Matt Wilson, Posi-Tone Records, Sam Yahel, Saxophonist, Teacher

Jacám Manricks, CLOUD NINE

Jacám Manricks -][- CLOUD NINE –Mp3– [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

Multi-award winning saxophonist/composer/educator Jacám Manricks is fast establishing himself as one of the most qualified musicians in the world today. He has a doctorate in Jazz composition, performance and pedagogy from the Manhattan School of Music, and tours internationally as a featured soloist, composer, arranger and clinician throughout Europe, North America and Australia.

Orrin Evans -][- FLIP THE SCRIPT – [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

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African American, Ben Wolfe, Composer, Donald Edwards, Orrin Evans, Piano, Posi-Tone Records

Orrin Evans, FLIP THE SCRIPT

Orrin Evans -][- FLIP THE SCRIPT –Mp3– [Posi-Tone Records, 2012] –

Orrin Evans turns over a new leaf and strides confidently back onto the scene to “Flip the Script.” Evans continues to make a bold statements with a strong piano trio date featuring bassist Ben Wolfe and drummer Donald Edwards. While the session stays straight ahead and features some hard swinging highlights, the music is also elegantly lyrical and clearly suggestive of a modern jazz sensibility.

With an amazing combination of talents, some brilliant performances, and an evocative program of music, including several new original compositions, Evans’ latest release “Flip the Script” is sure to bring bright moments of intense delight to jazz fans everywhere. -[Editorial Review | Amazon]-