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Sweet Science
Larry Goldings Trio
2002 [Palmetto]

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Organist Goldings breaks the Jimmy Smith mould on this soulfully bluesy funk record. His trio, featuring guitarist Peter Bernstein and drummer Bill Stewart, excels on the more meditative pieces - while elsewhere they capably handle some soaring sonic vibes. Adventurous enough for those wanting creativity, yet pleasingly accessible.

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One4J
Steve Turre
2002 [Telarc]

It was probably a relief to many that one of the finest trombonists in jazz finally got over his fascination with playing conch shells and started playing it straight. One4J enlists a host of top trombonists to pay homage to one of bop's greatest icons, the late J J Johnson. It is a heartfelt tribute proving Turre really can take some things seriously.

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Oh!
Scolohofo
2002 [Blue Note]

A jazz supergroup with enticingly modern sensibilities, the quartet gets it name from the letters in last names of its group members - guitarist John Scofield, tenor Joe Lovano, bassist Dave Holland and drummer Al Foster. All four played with Miles Davis at some stage in their careers and it shows. Fresh and wonderfully vibrant.

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Live at the Blue Note
Michel Camilo
2003 [Telarc]

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Technically gifted composer/pianist at home with both jazz and classical music. Recorded during a one-week stand at New York's Blue Note club, this double-CD features a mix of new compositions and live staples. Latin influences occasionally shine through, with good support from the Charles Flores/Horacio 'El Negro' Hernandez rhythm section.

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Extended Play - Live at Birdland
Dave Holland Quintet
2003 [ECM] (2CDs)

Bassist Dave Holland topped off a string of fine albums with this live double-CD by his current quintet. The title gives away what's on offer, with only one of nine tracks clocking in under ten minutes. Also atypical, instead of sax-man Chris Potter grabbing the limelight, this time around it is trombonist Robin Eubanks.

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Looking for America
Carla Bley
2003 [ECM]

The Bley Big Band works it way through a set of original compositions that well and truly look for America in a strikingly picturesque way. The highlight is the 22-minute 'The National Anthem' suite that poses more questions than answers. Tenor Andy Sheppard is his usual outstanding self throughout the diverse range of styles on offer here.

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You Are My Sunshine
Cyrus Chestnut
2003 [Warner]

Anyone looking for some genuinely soulful gospel inspiration with a healthy blues injection won't want to overlook this gem from pianist Cyrus Chestnut. This is a great way to have a load of fun with the Lord - and all the saints and saviours found on the path to spiritual salvation. Straightahead jazz played to enlightening perfection.

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Live At the Village Vanguard
The Fred Hersch Trio
2003 [Palmetto]

Artists who get Grammy nominations are usually fairly conventional in approach, so it is refreshing to hear pianist/composer Hersch really lashing out on this terrific live set. The young Drew Gress/Nasheet Waits rhythm section can probably take much of the credit, but Hersch shows he is no slouch when it comes to modern sensibilities.

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