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Reviewed 2009-09-06
Reviewed 2009-09-06
JOSH BERMAN: Old Idea
Delmark, 2009
AVANT/MODERN JAZZ– Cornetist Josh Berman, who’s been kicking around Chicago’s creative music scene for several years, brings a sharp quintet and subtle approach to this belated debut. The music is approachable but brainy, calmly strolling along with a “less is more” aesthetic. Keefe Jackson’s gently prodding sax and Jason Adasiewicz’s chilled vibraphone complement Berman’s pared-down horn sound.
* * * * | Try any track. Fo’s Picks: 1, 3, 4, 7
1. 7:58 – tentative sound: unison theme, relaxed solos over a low, quiet beat
2. 2:24 – cornet/sax duet: cautious, parallel phrases
3. 7:49 – cool stroll: relaxed, quietly conversational round of solos
4. 7:05 – nifty drum intro, cool grooves give way to sparse, quiet abstraction
5. 2:23 – vibes/bass/drums trio, atmospheric intro, then a snappy groove
6. 6:25 – ballad feel: sparse but lyrical; a free horn dialogue adds interest
7. 7:14 – boppish outline sketch; nice set of solos within a snappy rhythm
8. 5:08 – slooow theme with brighter interjections, very attractive cornet solo
9. 4:18 – slow, steady creep, perks up a bit and scatters, serene bass solo
[ Fo ] 09/06/09
Delmark, 2009
AVANT/MODERN JAZZ– Cornetist Josh Berman, who’s been kicking around Chicago’s creative music scene for several years, brings a sharp quintet and subtle approach to this belated debut. The music is approachable but brainy, calmly strolling along with a “less is more” aesthetic. Keefe Jackson’s gently prodding sax and Jason Adasiewicz’s chilled vibraphone complement Berman’s pared-down horn sound.
* * * * | Try any track. Fo’s Picks: 1, 3, 4, 7
1. 7:58 – tentative sound: unison theme, relaxed solos over a low, quiet beat
2. 2:24 – cornet/sax duet: cautious, parallel phrases
3. 7:49 – cool stroll: relaxed, quietly conversational round of solos
4. 7:05 – nifty drum intro, cool grooves give way to sparse, quiet abstraction
5. 2:23 – vibes/bass/drums trio, atmospheric intro, then a snappy groove
6. 6:25 – ballad feel: sparse but lyrical; a free horn dialogue adds interest
7. 7:14 – boppish outline sketch; nice set of solos within a snappy rhythm
8. 5:08 – slooow theme with brighter interjections, very attractive cornet solo
9. 4:18 – slow, steady creep, perks up a bit and scatters, serene bass solo
[ Fo ] 09/06/09
Recent airplay
Almost Late
Memory Select — Nov 17, 2009
Nori
Music Casserole — Nov 14, 2009
Next Year A
No Fo, $5 Surcharge Fee — Nov 06, 2009
On Account Of A Hat
Jazz on a Wet Afternoon — Oct 13, 2009
Let's Pretend
Memory Select — Oct 06, 2009
Next Year B
Selected Memories — Sep 25, 2009
Charting
2009-09-13 — 2009-11-15
Jazz
| Week Ending | Airplays |
|---|---|
| Nov 15 | 1 |
| Nov 8 | 1 |
| Oct 18 | 1 |
| Oct 11 | 1 |
| Sep 27 | 2 |
| Sep 20 | 1 |
Track listing
| 1. | On Account Of A Hat | ||
| 2. | Next Year A | ||
| 3. | Let's Pretend | ||
| 4. | Nori | ||
| 5. | Next Year B | ||
| 6. | Almost Late | ||
| 7. | What Can? | ||
| 8. | Db | ||
| 9. | Next Year C |