submitted on Sat, 04/05/2008 - 06:06 in Jazz Niche by Mike_Longo 
Following in the footsteps of Drop 2 (Spice Rack Records, 2006), pianist Pamela Hines and her trio returns for an even better example of the jazz piano trio, augmented by guest saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi. Her rhythm section of bassist John Lockwood and drummer Bob Gullotti remain intact.
Commentary on Hines' previous albums has underscored a similarity to Bill Evans, a sentiment not to be taken lightly. On tunes like Rodgers and Hart's "My Heart Stood Still" (including an alternate take), the use of dynamics and lyricism show a strong Evans influence, and Gullotti's tasty brushwork draws the comparison even closer. Not surprisingly, two Evans originals--"Comrad Conrad" and "Displacement"--are also well-played in the style of the late pianist...
Source: allaboutjazz
Author: Michael P. Gladstone
