As Never Before
Jazz
| Jul 2008
Reviews
Fo
Reviewed 2008-08-31
Reviewed 2008-08-31
PIERANUNZI/JOHNSON/BARON: As Never Before
CamJazz, 2008
MODERN JAZZ – One of the most lyrically intriguing trios in jazz joins up with trumpeter Kenny Wheeler for a set of sober, introspective originals. Wheeler’s sour, wavering tone splashes against Pieranunzi’s pretty, billowing melodies and flowing solos to create a strange, bittersweet air. It’s good, but it might grate on some ears.
Fo’s Picks: 1, 2, 6, 7, 8
1. 6:51 – trumpet wavers above an autumnal groove, propulsive piano solo
2. 3:16 – sad, spacious trumpet/piano dialogue; drums & bass stay on fringes
3. 6:44 – simple melody, gliding tempo; nice trumpet & bass solos
4. 7:48 – slow ballad, has a sort of drunken romance
5. 9:11 – relaxed ballad, wafts gently; piano solo adds some bluster
6. 3:17 – spacious, with chilly breezes and uncertain phrases
7. 6:50 – strong but gentle flow; horn weaves nimbly through the stream
8. 7:01 – relaxed, meandering stroll; has warmth, but hints at darkness
9. 7:20 – serious but rather catchy tune, cinematic feel
[ Fo ] 31-Aug-08
CamJazz, 2008
MODERN JAZZ – One of the most lyrically intriguing trios in jazz joins up with trumpeter Kenny Wheeler for a set of sober, introspective originals. Wheeler’s sour, wavering tone splashes against Pieranunzi’s pretty, billowing melodies and flowing solos to create a strange, bittersweet air. It’s good, but it might grate on some ears.
Fo’s Picks: 1, 2, 6, 7, 8
1. 6:51 – trumpet wavers above an autumnal groove, propulsive piano solo
2. 3:16 – sad, spacious trumpet/piano dialogue; drums & bass stay on fringes
3. 6:44 – simple melody, gliding tempo; nice trumpet & bass solos
4. 7:48 – slow ballad, has a sort of drunken romance
5. 9:11 – relaxed ballad, wafts gently; piano solo adds some bluster
6. 3:17 – spacious, with chilly breezes and uncertain phrases
7. 6:50 – strong but gentle flow; horn weaves nimbly through the stream
8. 7:01 – relaxed, meandering stroll; has warmth, but hints at darkness
9. 7:20 – serious but rather catchy tune, cinematic feel
[ Fo ] 31-Aug-08
Recent airplay
Many Moons Ago
Oatmeal — Sep 19, 2008
Winter Moon
Deep Fried And Sanctified — Sep 16, 2008
Charting
2008-09-07 — 2008-11-09
Jazz
| Week Ending | Airplays |
|---|---|
| Sep 21 | 2 |
Track listing
| 1. | Soundings | ||
| 2. | Improheart | ||
| 3. | A Nameless Gate | ||
| 4. | As Never Before | ||
| 5. | Many Moons Ago | ||
| 6. | Impromind | ||
| 7. | Song For Kenny | ||
| 8. | Time's Passage | ||
| 9. | Winter Moon |