Jazz / Post-Bop
Recorded: Sept. 4 & 5, 1996 at Mad Hatter Recording Studios, Los Angeles
Brad Mehldau - piano
Larry Grenadier - bass
Jorge Rossy - drums
Matt Pierson - Producer
At this point in time, pianist Brad Mehldau's style falls between Keith Jarrett and Bill Evans, being heavily influenced by the voicings of the latter and the free yet lyrical improvising of the former. With fine backup work by bassist Larry Grenadier and drummer Jorge Rossy, Mehldau explores five standards (including the Beatles' "Blackbird" and "Nobody Else but Me") and four originals, coming up with melodic yet adventurous ideas. Mehldau displays much potential for the future.
---Scott Yanow, AMG |
