Jaan Kuman Instrumental Ensemble – Jaan Kuman Instrumental Ensemble 2013 (Jazzaggression Records)

Label :  Jazzaggression Records

Value :

Incredible funk from the Estonian scene of the 70s – grooves so rare, the Iron Curtain kept them locked away from most of the Western world! This excellent collection finally brings these gems to light – and showcases not only Jaan Kuman's tight talent for lead trumpet solos – on a par with some of the best Freddie Hubbard CTI work of the 70s – but also his wonderful ear for larger arrangements – jazz backdrops that mix acoustic and electric elements beautifully, often with a sense of soul and sentiment that's completely sublime! There's slight echoes of European soundtrack modes in the music – but the overall presentation is definitely jazz, and the tight work of the leader and other players make the tunes plenty damn funky throughout – like a lost MPS gem from the glory days.

Taste :

Jaan Kuman Instrumental Ensemble - Caprice (Kapriis (Džässisüidist Nr. 4)

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By Electric Looser