Jazz Giant Primal Scream especially the grimy tale of

especially the grimy tale of urban desolation "Murder City Nights" and the noisy freak-out "Descent into the Maelstrom

A master of musical narrative

releases on Fat Wreck Chords

"Modern Art" by jazz legend Art Farmer explores a more contemporary style with a small ensemble featuring Gigi Gryce

and offered the possibility -- if only briefly -- of a cultural

Jazz Giant Primal Scream especially the grimy tale ofJazz Giant is a Verve release showcasing Bud Powell's masterful bebop piano skills in a trio setting. With support from Ray Brown and Max Roach (or Curly Russell on later date), Powell performs a range of original tunes and standards, including "Tempus Fugit," "Cherokee," "Get Happy," and "Sweet Georgia Brown." His improvised lines are clear and clever, and the album also features solo piano tracks showcasing his reflective and romantic side. Highly