| Details / Tracklist: |
1. FUTURE ON YOU
2. DON'T FORGET ME
3. SWEET AND SOUR SOUND
4. EVOLUTION
5. A BLIND MAN |
 | | Description: | Die siebte VÃ? der BBE J-Jazz Master Class ist ein Modal-Jazz Klassiker von 1984.
BBE Music präsentiert die siebte Veröffentlichung der hochgelobten J Jazz Master Class-Reihe: "Evolution" vom
Shintaro Quintet. Das Album wurde 1984 aufgenommen und ursprünglich auf dem Label Streetnoise Records
veröffentlicht. Es ist ein perfektes Beispiel für modernen Modal Jazz. Jeder der fünf Tracks wurde vom
Bandleader und Bassist Shintaro Nakamura komponiert. "A Blind Man" aus dem Album wurde in die BBE
Music-Compilation "J Jazz - Deep Modern Jazz from Japan 1969-1984" aufgenommen. Schon dieser Titel zeigt
die anmutige Mischung aus spirituellem Jazz und sanftem Swing des Albums. Es ist ein Blues-Walzer in moll, ein
von Nakamura favorisierter Stil, der es der Band ermöglicht, die starken melodischen Themen, üppigen
Arrangements und verführerischen Rhythmen auszudehnen und zu erkunden. In New York aufgenommen, zeigt
'Evolution' den groÃ?en japanischen Trompeter Shunzo Ohno neben einer japanisch-amerikanischen Band:
Pianist Jeff Jenkins, der einen Hauch von McCoy Tyners perkussivem Blues auf das Album bringt, hat mit vielen
Jazzgrö�en zusammengearbeitet, darunter Freddie Hubbard, Eddie Harris und Clark Terry. - "Evolution" is a CD release by Shintaro Quintet on the respected label BBE Music, presenting an expressive, acoustic jazz sound deeply rooted in tradition yet open to contemporary influences. Across the album, the quintet explores rich harmonies, lyrical melodies, and subtle rhythmic complexity, moving fluidly between introspective ballads, mid-tempo grooves, and more driving, exploratory pieces. The production favours a warm, organic sound that highlights the interplay between the musicians: solos grow naturally out of the ensemble, and the dynamics shift from intimate, almost chamber-like passages to expansive, high-energy sections. "Evolution" feels like a cohesive journey rather than a collection of isolated tracks, inviting listeners to follow the band's narrative arc from the first note to the last.
As a whole, the CD will appeal to fans of acoustic, small-group jazz who value both melodic accessibility and improvisational depth. The arrangements leave space for each instrument while maintaining a strong group identity; recurring motifs and subtle thematic links give the album a strong sense of unity. Whether enjoyed on a hi-fi system or in headphones, the recording's clarity and balance make it ideal for focused listening, while the flowing grooves and elegant melodies also work beautifully as an atmospheric soundtrack for evenings at home. "Evolution" showcases a band in full command of its language, with a sound that is sophisticated but never sterile, emotional but never sentimental.
Shintaro Quintet is an acoustic jazz ensemble revolving around the writing and leadership of Shintaro, whose work is characterised by a refined sense of melody and an ear for detailed arrangements. The band places strong emphasis on interaction: call-and-response lines, collective improvisation, and nuanced dynamic shifts are central to their identity. Over time, Shintaro Quintet has built a reputation in jazz circles for thoughtful, narrative albums and engaging live performances that balance technical command with an inviting, lyrical approach. "Evolution" continues this artistic path by sharpening the group's focus on melodic storytelling and ensemble cohesion, demonstrating how the quintet has matured and deepened its sound.
BBE Music (Barely Breaking Even) is an independent label known for its carefully curated catalogue spanning soul, jazz, hip hop, funk, and beyond. Rather than chasing short-lived trends, BBE Music concentrates on long-term quality, publishing both new recordings and lovingly assembled reissues that highlight important, often under-presented voices in modern music. The label collaborates closely with artists, DJs, and producers, placing great value on sound quality, extensive liner notes, and thoughtful presentation. By releasing albums like Shintaro Quintet's "Evolution", BBE Music underlines its commitment to deep, musically rich projects that reward repeated listening and speak to a global community of serious music lovers. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
BBE649ACD |
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