
Avishai Cohen - Adama
Label: Stretch | genre: jazz | mp3 256 Kbps | Release: 1998 | 57 MB + 52 MB
Personnel:
Avishai Cohen (acoustic bass); Claudia Acuna (vocals); Steve Wilson (soprano saxophone); Steve Davis (trombone); Jason Lindner, Brad Mehldau, Danilo Perez (piano); Chick Corea (Fender Rhodes); Amos Hoffman (guitar, oud); Jeff Ballard (drums, percussion); Jordy Rossi (drums); Don Alias (congas).
Handling the acoustic bass like a flamenco guitar, then applying the blues, newcomer Avishai Cohen has produced a session in the modern mainstream with considerable intensity. The “fire” comes from his writing; these are all the bassist's compositions except for the standard “Besame Mucho.” In putting together his arrangements, Cohen mixes meters in various combinations, allowing them to shift frequently, and couples that concept with a built-in intensity through his harmonic approach. With a core trio consisting of bassist Cohen, pianist Jason Lindner and drummer Jeff Ballard, the melodies are presented with a nod to the leader's improvisational strengths. Soprano saxophonist Steve Wilson and trombonist Steve Davis provide support as well…(continue reading)