Following the successful tribute album to Lucky Thompson’s music Lucky Strikes Again (SCCD 31713) Chris Byars and his 8-piece band dedicate this latest album to the music of Freddie Redd.
Chris Byars notes, "Everything he has written is meaningful and has his own special perspective on beauty. I feel that this was an overdue tribute to an admirable artist, who continues to perform and write with great spirit at the age of 83."
“Lucky Strikes Again coaxes a huge sound out of five horns, a credit to the quality of the arrangements. They're musically expansive, getting the most out of the instruments at hand, but are also compact and well-organized, with only one running more than seven minutes. Byars has put together a set of concise, rewarding tracks with a band that turns in a terrific performance of outstanding material.” (Greg Simmons of AllAboutJazz on Lucky Strikes Again SCCD 31713) |