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Michael Bates
“Clockwise”
www.outsidesources.org
Canadian born (NYC residing) bassist Michael Bates newest release will not disappoint any jazz lover! (Not a bad way to start a review, eh?). Released on Trumpeter Dave Douglas’ Green Leaf Music label, this CD features some very engaging compositions, wonderfully propulsive bass work and some very exploratory playing by all. Any fan of John Zorn’s “Masada” releases or Drew Gress (see previous CD reviews) will surely find much to love here. I can hear a true love and understanding of both classical composers and out-jazz luminaries in his writing. Although, this music is much more listen-able and enjoyable to me than many of his acknowledged influences. There is some wonderful contrapuntal interplay happening here and these guys seem to have very big ears and wide open perspectives throughout the performances. Wonderful interplay and very intriguing compositions!
Damian Erskine has written 160 articles in BMM.
Damian Erskine is not your ordinary bass player. While not touring, Damian hones his chops with some of the best jazz and latin musicians the West coast has to offer. Damian is known for his ability to fit into any musical situation and his extraordinary reading and improvising skills. Damian has played in the studio or on the stage with the likes of • Peter Erskine • Teri-Lynn Carrington • Gino Vannelli • John Ellis • Shawn Pelton • Sveti w/ Marko Djordjevic • Luis Conte • Brandon Ross • Les McCann • Jeff Lorber • Vardan Ovsepian • Charmaine Neville • Jessy J • Luis Perdomo • Tony Furtado • Kate Schutt • Bobby Torres • Alan Jones • Patrick Lamb • Dan Balmer • Klezmocracy and many others as well as being featured on the GospelChops.com "Shed Sessionz Vol. 1" DVD. Whether playing as a sideman or with his own group, he is known for his rock solid bass work, virtuosic solos and thoughtful chordal abilities.
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