Polaris

Not surprisingly, the guitarist oozes confidence and has some serious chops. Stylistically, his flowing lyricism combines the loping lines of Grant Green with the warm voicings of Kenny Burrell,... — Jazzwise, May 2021, 3 out of 5 stars More…

Release Date: 19th Mar 2021
Catalogue No: SMKJ003
Label: House Arrest

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Guitarist Greg Skaff assembles a masterful trio with bassist Ron Carter and drummer Albert "Tootie" Health, two NEA Jazz Masters for this rewarding set. Well-known for his work with soul jazz legends and with groups based around the Hammond B-3 organ, this date is surprisingly Skaff's first recording in the past 30+ years leading a guitar trio alone without piano or organ. It's also special set for the legendary reunion of Carter and Heath who worked together with history making results in the early 60s on landmark recordings by pianist Bobby Timmons and by guitarist Wes Montgomery. But, they have collaborated only once since. Skaff takes full advantage of this moment delivering an album all three are immensely proud of.

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May 2021

Not surprisingly, the guitarist oozes confidence and has some serious chops. Stylistically, his flowing lyricism combines the loping lines of Grant Green with the warm voicings of Kenny Burrell, and he has the nous to leave space for the rhythm section to breathe.

May 2021

Skaff’s originals “Mr. R.C.” and “Polaris” are bright, uncluttered and very direct in statement. The title track also references the group, since the North Star is a triple system that comes to us as a single light source; it’s a nice metaphor for the tightness of the trio.

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