Portland-based pianist (and previous JazzPDX featured musician) Dave Frishberg has just launched his new website, which can be found at DaveFrishberg.net.
The highlight of the site is his “Written Word” section, which includes everything from one-liners to lengthy memoirs. You can read about the time he discussed baseball with Malcolm X, his thoughts on Frank Loesser, and more.
Head over to Carlton Jackson’s blog to read a couple of reviews of Norman Leyden’s 90th birthday celebration at the Schnitz.
The Upper Left Trio, featuring Clay Giberson, Jeff Leonard, and Charlie Doggett, will be hosting a CD release party on Friday (10/19) at Wilf’s.
The Portland-based trio’s third release further establishes them as a group to watch in coming years. With a deep musical connection, the trio explores through-composed lyrical originals letting the mood and intensity develop organically, always with a strong rhythmic foundation. Though referencing rock, pop and R&B influences, Upper Left Trio’s music is still firmly rooted in the jazz of Keith Jarrett, Bill Evans and Chick Corea. From quiet, introspective ballads to their rhythmically romping anthems, they always sound like themselves. “…the music is fresh and simply stated. Being a fan of both E.S.T. and the Bad Plus, I enjoyed unpacking each tune…” -Radioio.
Head down to Zaytoon’s on Alberta this Friday to catch the Drew Shoals Collective, featuring Tim Willcox on tenor, Dan Duval on guitar, and Bill Athens on bass. Sets at 9 and 10:30, $5 cover.
Dusty York’s Diatic Records has a series presenting Diatic artists at the Tugboat Brewing Company in downtown Portland. Saturday nights at 8 PM bring bring artists like Marcus Reynolds, Ben Darwish, Gordon Lee, and Ben Macy. Check out the poster below.
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Visit the gallery to see these images and more.
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