Search - Vincent Herring :: Simple Pleasures

Great cd from an exciting altoist

jazzviolinist | Florham Park, New Jersey USA | 11/29/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Vincent Herring has a hard saxophone sound, the kind inspired by Coltrane. His playing is impeccable and very exciting. His solos are well-crafted and harmonically complex; a lot of notes, but all of them correctly chosen and very musical. I happen to find all these attributes very desirable in listening to any jazz musician, and this guy really delivers. The band on this cd overall is of high calibre, and I especially like the rhythm section. The first tune has some great drumming and Herring really blazes on this one. His rendition of Sophisticated Lady is really satisfying to listen to; he really sinks his teeth into those changes. The only reason I didn't give it five stars is that a few of the tunes are a little bland; however, I still highly recommend this cd."

Great listening!

warp9drive | Coventry, RI USA | 05/09/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This was the first Vincent Herring recording I had listened to. After listening to this there is no doubt Mr. Herring is one of the finest jazz saxophonists out there. Only in his early 40's, he should be part of the jazz scene for years to come--outstanding player."