Saxophonist Chris Potter has been pushing the limits of the saxophone since his entrance to the jazz scene. Potter created the Underground band as a vehicle for his explorations in improvisation and composition. Though the band has only been around for a short time, it has proven to be one of the most engaging and far-reaching ensembles in the jazz scene. The new recording, Follow the Red Line, documents the band in its element, a live performance at the famed Village Vanguard, and expands upon their previous release, Underground (Sunnyside 2006). The band consists of young stalwarts of the New York jazz scene, specifically Craig Taborn (keyboards), Adam Rogers (guitar) and Nate Smith (drums). This recording serves as a perfect expose of Potter s prowess as composer and performer.
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It is tough to add a lot to the superlatives thrown around by the other reviewers, but I am so thoroughly blown away by this album that I am unable to resist registering my enthusiasm. The one thing that bears mention and hasn't been discussed...
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Posted:May 18, 2008Type:User Review
Chris Potter & Underground - Follow the Red line
This a wonderful live recording of a real powerhouse tenor player and some of the best young musicians around. It is eclectic in its references to other styles and has a strong rock influence as well. One of the very best CDs for me. Strong,...
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5.00/5
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Posted:Apr 27, 2008Type:User Review
AMONG THE BEST JAZZ LIVE ALBUMS OF MODERN JAZZ
JUST A FEW WORDS FOR THIS LIVE MASTERPIECE.AWESOME AND EXPLOSIVE .MUSIC WILL EXPLAIN MUCH BETTER HERE THAN WORDS.AMONG THE BEST JAZZ LIVE ALBUMS OF MODERN JAZZ .
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5.00/5
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Posted:Apr 13, 2008Type:User Review
Outstanding
Chris Potter is one of my favourite saxophonists of all time. I'm also lucky enough to have seen a live performance (by another musician) at The Village Vanguard in NYC for myself. A friend took me there back in the 90s. I can thus easily picture...
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5.00/5
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Posted:Dec 17, 2007Type:User Review
Follow the Red Line
Follow the Red Line - Live at the Village Vanguard
This is an excellent recording. The playing is masterful and world class and marries the sense of groove from popular music with the chops and intelligence of jazz. One of the more...
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