Lurie Ensemble, Jessica - !Zipa Buka!
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ZIPA3
Just as excellent 2nd solo release by alto/tenor saxist Jessica who is best known as a member of the Billy Tipton Memorial Sax Quartet for over a decade. While I suppose this album could be called a "new jazz" disc, the music crosses into rock & world music/ethnic music areas as well, and the compositions are both adventurous and tuneful - not an easy thing. The basic band is guitar, viola (by Eyvind Kang), acoustic bass & drums, with a few additional guests. Jessica even adds a bit of singing, which is nice & understated, &, on which, she shows that she obviously worked with Amy Denio for quite some time! Very good & recommended; this deserves your attention!