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Brian Landrus Trio Album, 'The Deep Below,' Blueland/Palmetto Records [REVIEW]
Pianist Oscar Perez 3rd Release, 'Prepare A Place For Me' on Myna Records [REVIEW]
It's almost as if pianist Oscar Perez is telling the jazz aristocracy to 'Prepare A Place For Me' (Myna Records) because this kid is just that good. For his third CD, he has alto saxophonist Bruce Williams, drummer Alvester Garnett and bassist Thomson Kneeland for exemplary support. Mack Avenue Superband, 'Live From The Detroit Jazz Festival 2014,' Mack Avenue Records REVIEW
What a great idea. More labels should host blow-outs like this of artists who lead their own bands yet play this annual jam. Oh to have been in the Motor City last year on Labor Day weekend at Hart Plaza when Detroit-based label Mack Avenue hosted its 'Live From The Detroit Jazz Festival 2014'.