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Title: More than Blues
Review: I had heard of Gary Bartz for many years, but had never actually listened to any music by him until I found this CD in the sale bin of a local shop and decided to "take a chance." What a great discovery! I've since gone out and bought two other, older titles, by Gary Bartz. Great sax player who likes to explore the boundaries of jazz and other genres. Although this album is titled "The Blues Chronicles," by no means is it a typical blues album. Not at all. One man's blues is another man's jazz. Or in the case of this album, a hodge-podge of jazz, soul, blues, hip-hop, and even a dash of reggae. If that sounds like this album is "all over the place," don't let that deter you from listening. It's actually a very cohesive collection of songs that transports the listener. Well done, Mr. Bartz!
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