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M.R., Toronto, Canada - July 21, 2017
: Because tracks are extended, every musician is given significant room for individual solos that interact dynamically with Jones's "thunder" on the drums.
Recorded on , at the famed Onkel Pö's Carnegie Hall in Hamburg, Germany, this set reflects Jones’s tendency to record his most "boldly expressive" work overseas. The tracks are notable for their extended length, often exceeding 15 minutes, allowing for deep improvisational exploration. Core Personnel
The 1981 "Jazz Machine" lineup featured a mix of emerging and established talents: : Leader and drums. Carter Jefferson & Dwayne Armstrong : Tenor saxophones. Fumio Karashima : Piano. Marvin Horne : Guitar. Andy McCloud : Bass. Featured Tracks
Watch the Elvin Jones Jazz Machine perform live at the Jazz Showcase to see their high-energy interaction firsthand:
: Written by bassist Andy McCloud, showcasing the band’s hard-driving post-bop sound.
: "Antigua," "Friday Night," and "Elvin Jones Blues". Listening Experience & Style
The recording consists of original compositions and rearranged jazz standards: