Dec 22 2017
Best of 2017 #32: MAP – “Guerra e Paz” (Porta Jazz)
The magic is in the melody on this excellent set from the MAP quartet of pianist Paulo Gomes, guitarist Miguel Moreira, bassist Miguel Ângelo and drummer Acácio Salero. The craftsmanship of those melodies is exquisite, but what really elevates their 2017 release Guerra e Paz up a notch or three is how those melodies become launching points to all kinds of improvisation. Some of those journeys are filled with wild abandon, while others follow a more familiar route of trading solos. Either way, this is an excellent example of modern jazz done right. Also, on a personal note, the song “Norte” is one of my top ten favorite songs of 2017. I can easily envision the Brian Blade Fellowship performing a rendition of it.
Music from Portugal.
Read more about the album on Bird is the Worm.
Jan 21 2020
Best of 2019 #55: Paulo Gomes – “MAP + Chris Cheek”
Your album personnel: Paulo Gomes (piano), Miguel Moreira (guitar), Miguel Ângelo (double bass), Acácio Salero (drums), and Chris Cheek (saxophones).
The album is Self-Produced.
Music from Porto, Portugal.
Listen | Read more | Available at: Bandcamp
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By davesumner • Recap: Best of 2019 • 0 • Tags: Best Jazz of 2019, Chris Cheek, Paulo Gomes, Porto (Portugal), Self-Produced