We Will Meet Again (The Bill Evans Anthology/The Warner Bros. & Elektra Years 1977-1980) - Bill Evans

Advantages: Moving, beautiful harmonies and solos.
Disadvantages: Not everyone likes jazz

...Over the years my taste in different jazz styles has changed, but Bill Evans still stands out as one of my favourite musicians; the artist who originally enticed me into the world of Jazz, and whose work has significantly affected my own style as a Jazz pianist. Recoded in 1981, ‘You Must Believe Ins Spring’ contains pieces of a less upbeat and syncopated style than that of his earlier work, and instead more flowing, beautiful pieces, played with the heart-felt lyricism for which Evans is renowned. Sticking to a jazz trio form, (piano with drums and double bass), Evan’s creates the perfect atmosphere in each piece through subtle textures and natural, unspoken collaboration with his fellow musicians. Being a huge fan of Evans I may appear somewhat biased in his favour; the album is after all one my favourite. But anyone who has some... Read review

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Advantages: a true avant garde jazz trio
Disadvantages: maybe too avant garde in some instances

...When we talk about modern jazz piano trios names like brad mehldau and esbjorn svensson quickly emerge to our minds. But no matter how good the former musicians and their trios are, nevertheless they still have a strong influence by artists like bill evans, keith jarrett and even Chick Corea. In the case of the Bad plus however, we can talk about a new powerful almost punk attitude towards piano trios. Imagine the virtuosity of jazz musicians combined with avant grade innovation and high volumed tunes, all combind in one. The original compositions sound so fresh, with all the rhythmic and harmonic complexity combined in a unique way. Trashy beats and excellent piano unisons create a some kind of trancedental atmosphere. And how about a cover of Nirvana's "smells like teen spirit" for jazz trio? Really interesting.... Read review

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Advantages: Childhood memories
Disadvantages: That high pitched voice

...favourite Bros songs and was released in 1988 featuring both the vocals of both Matt and Luke. ●Madly in Love - Got to number 14 in 1990 This is another my favourite Bros song, released again in 1989 and was one of the only surviving vinyl's that still sits at home in my parents attic. I was actually lucky enough to meet Bros (twice), once at a Smash Hits Poll Winners Party where they signed this very song for me and once during their tour. ●Ten out of Ten - This song is a slow melodic song, sung my Matt Goss and comes from the album 'Time'. ●Cat Amongst the Pigeons - got to number 2 in 1998 and was featured on a double A-Side disc with Silent night. ●Too Much - Got to number 2 in 1989 Again another favourite of mine from the Push Album. Featuring the vocals of Matt Goss and Luke Goss it is very similar in sound... Read review

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