Reunited, the new recording by The Jazz Passengers, and its first recording in a dozen years.

Reunited, the new recording by The Jazz Passengers, and its first recording in a dozen years. The recording, positively blasting with energy, features the venerable NYC-based ensemble in its original incarnation, with guitarist Marc Ribot (re)joining members Roy Nathanson, Curtis Fowlkes, Brad Jones, Bill Ware, Sam Bardfeld and E.J. Rodriguez for what is not only an undeniably strong record, but arguably the acclaimed group's best work ever.The recording is proof that despite the group's association with illustrious guests on past recordings and tours (two of whom, Elvis Costello and Debbie Harry, appear on this new work), the Jazz Passengers are a band, and Reunited is a testament to their extraordinary chemistry. This magic can only exist when musicians enjoy a nearly indescribable intuition, coupled with the cohesiveness that comes with longevity. Happily, Jon Pareles' writing (see above intro) is as true today as the day he wrote it twenty-two years ago.The infectious onstage witty repartee and undeniable joie de vivre of the Jazz Passengers has perhaps contributed to a perception of the group being less than serious. If ever there was a recording to dispel this false notion, it is Reunited. Here is a serious work that is also highly accessible - and wasn't jazz supposed to be like this? Reunited, as with all past Passengers recordings, features a blend of group vocals as well as showcased guest vocals, with trombonist Curtis Fowlkes leading the way. Along with Grady Tate, he's got to be one of the best instrumentalists that also possess a killer voice.

Additional Details

Label: Yellowbird Records

Genre: Jazz

Run Time: 50 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 01/01/19

UPC: 767522771428