Black Stars by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran - Uhune

ALBUM

This is pianist Jason Moran's third recording as a leader for Blue Note, and it is arguably his best. Only 26 when he recorded it, the pianist had the maturity to invite saxophone giant Sam Rivers (77 years old at the time!) to join Moran's trio, and it is a testimony to Moran's abilities that Rivers accepted. Moran has acknowledged his debt to jazz greats Andrew Hill and Herbie Nichols, two towering yet underrated giants of jazz piano and composition, and their influences show. Moran evidences an affinity for complicated snakelike post-bop lines and solo improvisations that get to the heart of a melody. His style is never showy; he embraces simple, emotional statements sophisticated in their mystery. Rivers' presence is a clear asset, and threatens to overwhelm the pianist at times. In fact, on some of the pieces it might appear that Rivers is the leader and Moran an excellent accompanist, a not unenviable position in itself. But Moran holds his own, evidencing a deep understanding of the jazz tradition that belies his youth. Moran keeps one eye on his influences and another to the future, something that Rivers has always done so well. By including a deft mixture of tunes written by Rivers and originals by Moran, and throwing in a bold trio version of Ellington's "Kinda Dukish," Moran offers a program that is both accessible and challenging. ~ Steven Loewy

1. Foot Under Foot

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

2. Kinda Dukish

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Duke Ellington; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

3. Gangsterism On A River

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

4. Earth Song

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Sam Rivers; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

5. Summit

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

6. Say Peace

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

7. Draw The Light Out

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

8. Out Front

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jaki Byard; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

9. The Sun At Midnight

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

10. Skitter In

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

11. Sound It Out

by Sam Rivers, Jason Moran

Primary Artist: Sam Rivers
Jason Moran; Main Performer
Composer: Jason Moran; Composer
Mastering Engineer: Allan Tucker; Production
Mixing: Joseph Marciano; Production
Producer: Greg Osby; Production
Recording: Joseph Marciano; Production
Studio Personnel: Joseph Marciano
Allan Tucker; Production

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

11 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

57 minutes and 9 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

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Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

No lyrics found

Synchronized Lyrics

No synced lyrics found

Genres

Jazz, Post Bop

Label

Blue Note Records

Music Distribution Service

UMG Global

Country

United States

Language

No linguistic content

Popularity

Release Date

Dec 31, 2000

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

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UPC

724353292256