Take the Z Train

Take the Z Train Artist: Microscopic Septet
Label: Koch Records
Category: Music



Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Media: Audio CD
Number Of Discs: 1


UPC: 099923786320
EAN: 0099923786320
ASIN: B000006J5Y


Release Date: 1998-05-19

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Tracks:

  1. Chinese Twilight Zone
  2. Wishful Thinking
  3. Take The Z Train
  4. Mr. Bradley, Mr. Martin
  5. Kelly Grows Up
  6. Pack The Ermines, Mary
  7. I Did'nt Do It
  8. A Strange Thought Entered My Head

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Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars a gimmick of epic proportions.......2002-06-03

Between this and the other Microscopic lp "Beauty based on science", a whole other genre of noir-jazz is unleashed on hapless but eager listeners. The fun involved in what must have been a lengthy process nailing these highly arranged compositions by either Phil Johnston (saxes) or Joel Forrester (piano) is readily apparent, especially in "A Strange Thought Entered My Head". "Kelly Grows Up" is a lovely piece that could have come from the 40's, except the theme keeps convoluting so much, and the feel the septet bring to the performance is so gestural that you begin to realize these guys are pretty special. When they first presented this stuff at jazz festivals and shows, most folks didn't know what to think... unfortunately overlooking the great instrumental talent of the band, especially the rhythm section. If you know who the Kamikaze Ground Crew are, or the Clubfoot Orchestra, this should ignite your enthusiasm. If you also like jump'n'jive music and early r'n'b, this is a very imaginative retrofit, and a definite party pick.

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