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...subversive, but he has certainly expanded his genre’s outer limits. On each of his six albums as a leader, he has proved himself a more than capable composer, and his arrangements of standards shine as some of the most original modern treatments of age-old material. Rosenwinkel??s playing is similarly elaborate, but startlingly passionate. He makes full use of the electric nature of his instrument, shredding dynamic solos that straddle the edge of jazz. Fans of Keith Jarrett will appreciate Rosenwinkel??s eccentric ability to vocalize while playing his instrument...
...World,” on the other hand, recalls an earlier, less experimental period during Coltrane’s career yet still sounds progressive due to the combination of drawn-out, mournful notes from Turner’s saxophone and the speedy and complex improvisation from Rosenwinkel??s guitar. “Deserted Floor” begins much more like a traditional blues song—slower, with a heavier bassline—but then progresses into a more contemporary sounding composition. In “Casa Oscura,” the album reaches its peak?...
This is not the type of instrumental album that you can play as background music. The overall tone and emotion given off by Turner and Rosenwinkel??s complex improvisations to the casual listener is one of tension, almost panic. Just as the music is layered, so is the inherent emotion and attitude. A certain level of effort is required to understand the feeling behind each song, but the outcome is rewarded and fans of contemporary jazz will enjoy this album. However, those listeners who are accustomed to the slow, deep and easygoing style of blues may find Dharma...
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