Hammer, Jan
Red Gate Recorde, 2020, CD
Instrument: Piano
Issue: 26.2
Jazz Ruler Type: Bebop
Performance: 4
Sound: 2
Score: 71
O’s Notes: Jan Hammer is a Czech-American keyboardist, composer and producer. He’s performed all types of music most notable the theme for the TV Series Miami Vice. This time out, Hammer straddles contemporary and traditional sides of jazz while playing all of the instruments. They open with the deeply introspective “Deep Pool”, a strong hint of the mood makers to follow. Sketches In Jazz is in fact an assemblage of musical illustrations that set the stage for thoughts and words. “Mood 2”, “Later On”, and “My Father’s Vibe” will all spark memories of events and experiences. The set is not lengthy but it is meaningful.
Publicist: Goldberg Media