Reviews

Jakub Kulesza (jkulesza@undergrad.math.uwaterloo.ca)
Mon, 10 Jun 1996 17:59:03 -0400 (EDT)

Well, I hooked up with a bunch of new CDs this weekend, and here's some
thoughts on some of the aj list related purchases:

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Groove Collective - We The People


Wow! I was pretty impressed with their self-titled debut, but this one is 
the shit. As mentioned before on the list, they've got more of a latin 
tilt on this one. Favourite tracks include the funky 'Anthem' and the 
sweet latin rhythms of 'Jay Wrestles the Bari Constrictor' and 
'Loisaida'. Damn.

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Various - The Montuno Sessions


Another latin rhythm fest, this CD off Mr.Bongo records is hot. 
Recorded for the NY radio show of the same name in the late 80's, the 
sound quality isn't stellar, but the wicked latin musicianship more than 
makes up for it. Great cuban-influenced jazz including Charlie Palmieri. 
A must have for the latin-jazz headz out there.

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Charlie Hunter Quartet - Ready...Set...Shango


More of a straight jazz album than the previous outtings, but the man is 
in top form. On first listen, I was blown away by the sound CH is getting 
out of that 8 string. For those who don't know what I'm talking about, 
first of all he's keeping the bass line going on the 3 bass strings 
while soloing on the 5 guitar strings. On top of that, he's pulling some 
crazy organ sounds outta that guitar. This one is definitely, definitely 
recommended. Doing the Blue Note label proud.

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Everything But The Girl - Walking Wounded


Picked up the 6 track CD single, then the album. Great song, amazing 
album. Don't believe the 'jungle' hype though. Only one or two tracks 
would classify. If you're looking for jungle look elsewhere. If you're 
looking for those awesome Tracey Thorn vocals, pick this one up. 

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Anyway, that's the wrap.


peace,
Jakub.