For his sixth recording as a leader, Grammy winning bassist-composer Mark Egan has assembled a super quartet featuring Bill Evans - sax, Vinnie Colaiuta - drums and Mitch Forman - keyboards. The eleven song, 60+ minutes of contemporary supercharged jazz, features Mark's fluid melodic and groove bass style along with outstanding performances by Evans, Colaiuta and Forman. The result is one of Egan's strongest recordings to date and a must hear for all followers of progressive jazz.
"Truth Be Told" is a captivating jazz album by renowned bassist Mark Egan, released in CD format and produced by WVE. This record showcases Egan's signature melodic bass lines and innovative compositions, blending elements of contemporary jazz with world music influences. The tracks on "Truth Be Told" take listeners on an immersive journey through intricate rhythms, lush harmonies, and expressive improvisations that highlight Egan's virtuosity and musical vision. As a founding member of the influential group Elements and a long-time collaborator with artists like Pat Metheny and Gil Evans, Mark Egan has established himself as one of the leading voices in modern jazz bass playing. His previous works have received critical acclaim for their creativity and technical brilliance. WVE, known for its commitment to high-quality audio productions across various genres, ensures that every release meets audiophile standards while supporting both emerging talents and established musicians.
Modern
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- AcidJazz/DanceJazz 106- Avantgarde/Free 981- Bebop 109- Bossa Nova 341- Cool 75- Hard Bop 155- Jazz Rock/Fusion 748- Latin Jazz 1.000- Other Modern Jazz 27.399- PopJazz/SmoothJazz 795- World-&Ethno-Ja. 448
