Hieroglyphica by Conrad Herwig
Trombonist extraordinaire Conrad Herwig continues his spiritual journey here on his fourth Criss Cross recording, Hieroglyphica
Long reknown for his superb work with Slide Hampton's World of Trombones, the Mingus Big Band, Eddie Palmieri and, more recently, Joe Lovano and Tom Harrell, Conrad Herwig's trombone playing is bold, brash and unpredictable.
Through musical conversations with the wonderful rhythm section of Bill Charlap (piano), James Genus (bass) and Gene Jackson (drums), Conrad's Hieroglyphica speaks equally well to Herwig's prowess as a leader and composer.
Hieroglyphica is the real thing: full of compelling ideas, attitude and groove.
Tracklist
| 1. | Hieroglyphica | 10:10 |
| 2. | The Orange Dove | 6:44 |
| 3. | Solar Circle | 5:27 |
| 4. | Quiet Mountain | 5:05 |
| 5. | Island Of The Day before | 8:56 |
| 6. | The Intruder | 6:27 |
| 7. | The Antipodes | 7:09 |
| 8. | The Eleventh Hour | 10:59 |
Credits
Conrad Herwig (Tb)
Bill Charlap (P)
James Genus (B)
Gene Jackson (D)
License
All rights reserved.
Criss Cross Records captures the aesthetic essence of cutting-edge hardcore New York jazz more consistently than any other label on 420+ albums recorded.. Founder Gerry Teekens (1935-2019), a linguistics professor by day and a semi-professional drummer by night, was a connoisseur of groove -- he operated by the motto, “If you have a great band, but not a great drummer, forget it.”