At this point in time, pianist
Brad Mehldau's style falls between
Keith Jarrett and
Bill Evans, being heavily influenced by the voicings of the latter and the free yet lyrical improvising of the former. With fine backup work by bassist
Larry Grenadier and drummer
Jorge Rossy,
Mehldau explores five standards (including
the Beatles' "Blackbird" and "Nobody Else but Me") and four originals, coming up with melodic yet adventurous ideas.
Mehldau displays much potential for the future. ~ Scott Yanow