Saturday 17 April 2004
GREG OSBY FOUR
i.s.m. VPRO Radio
Greg Osby-alto saxophone, Megumi Yonezawa-piano, Matthew Brewer-double bass, Damion Reid-drums
It is not surprising that Greg Osby, one of the most impressive alto saxophonists in the USA, played with Andrew Hill for some time. Just like the pianist, who acted as his mentor, he stays restless within the tradition, always looking for an original approach, a new way to express timeless things. His tone is shiny, he totally masters his instrument and every solo is an adventure full of exciting, tumbling, familiar or modern rhythms. AFTER THE CONCERT: DJ PHIL JAZZ LOST AND FOUND