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- Summary: The latest release for composer and multi-instrumentalist Joe Chambers was influenced by AfroCuban guaguancó and was recorded in New York and Montreal.
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- Record Label: Blue Note
- Genre(s): Jazz, Modern Creative, Post-Bop, Progressive Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Mainstream Jazz
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Positive: 3 out of 4
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Mixed: 1 out of 4
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Negative: 0 out of 4
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Feb 15, 2023Chambers is challenging us to hear the connections between the pieces, which are not always readily apparent. Yet, the harmonics, textures, and fluidity of the sound remain appealing throughout.
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Feb 15, 2023The holistic, evolutionary approach and stellar performances on Dance Kobina make it Chambers' finest as a leader for Blue Note.
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UncutFeb 15, 2023His originals here include the rippling, Arabic-accented, Dizzy Gillespie-inspired" Caravanseral" and the tricksy waltz ballad "Ruth". [Apr 2023, p.25]
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MojoFeb 15, 2023A blend of well-crafted original material alongside several covers. [Mar 2023, p.89]