Credits:

Orrin Evans ,The Captain Black Big Band

Description:

Captain Black Big Band" led by pianist and band leader Orin Evans, a Grammy-nominated ensemble of the most thrilling big band sound with overwhelming sound pressure, is now available! The Captain Black Big Band, led by pianist Olin Evans, is popular for his strong piano touch and dynamic, powerful playing. The band won the 1999 Monk Competition and has recorded for the Crisscross label and other contemporary labels. Their previous work was recorded live at two local Philadelphia clubs, Chris' Jazz Cafe and SOUTH Kitchen & Jazz Parlor, in 2016, and this new work was recorded at SearSound Studio in New York City in October 2019. The studio recordings accurately capture the characteristics of each instrument, and the sound is powerful and dynamic.Like its predecessor, the album has a big band sound with a good mix of hard bop and contemporary music. The album also features plenty of solos by each of the musicians, which captivate the listener. Whether live or recorded in the studio, Olin takes great pleasure in conversing with the other musicians through their music. The sixth track, "Into Dawn," is a Roy Hargrove original from tenorist Ralph Moore's 1990 album. Roy Hargrove's original song. It was a tribute to Roy. Olin's original piece, which begins with an Abdullah Ibrahim (Dollar Brand)-style piano solo, included at the end of the album, is also impressive.

Tracklisting:

1.Proclaim Liberty
2.This Little Light of Mine
3.A Time for Love
4.That Too
5.Off Minor
6.Into Dawn
7.Tough Love
8.I'm So Glad I Got to Know You