2008-09-26
Jazz Weekly by George W. Harris - Review
Jazz Weekly
Antonio Ciacca Quintet
Rush Life
Motema Records
By George W. Harris
There is something about the configuration of the hard bop quintet that
was predestined to embody all that is right about jazz. Initiated by
Horace Silver and Art Blakey, perfected by Miles, it has withstood the
test of time. Pianist/composer Antonio Ciacca has taken the baton from
his predecessors, and has put together a sturdy and swinging band
consisting of Stacy Dillard (tenor), Joe Magnerelli (trumpet), Kengo
Nakamura (bass) and Rodney Green (drums) that gives homage to the past
classics, while adding modern ears and sounds to the picture.
"Chipewha", for example 'noble' is a wide ranging cooker that has
clever references to the more famous Indian tribe. "Riverdale" features
Ciacca's assured-silver toned piano, while Dillard's rough n' Rollins
tone is custom fitted for the warm title track. Magnerelli has an
strong mid range and can curise with the best as on the lazy "Prince of
Newark". Fans and friends of the classic Blue Note sound will be
ecstatic over this beaut.
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