Thanks, Kevin. I haven't known Robert long, but from the short time that I've been exposed to him and his music, he certainly deserved a journalistic shout-out.
Great piece of music journalism - about a great musician. I've heard Silverman's bands several times over the years and it's always a thrill. Especially at the Sugar Bar - which is always a great night out in the city. Robert Silverman's so much more than just another jazz cat. His long years of study, his understanding, his ear and his ability to play off the other great musicians who work with him lifts standards, old R&B, New Orleans dark and dirty, and his many original tunes to places that would scare a lesser musician. So good to learn something about where he comes from. I don't always know where he's going, but when I can catch his show, I'm always glad to be there.
Thanks, Kevin. I haven't known Robert long, but from the short time that I've been exposed to him and his music, he certainly deserved a journalistic shout-out.
Great piece of music journalism - about a great musician. I've heard Silverman's bands several times over the years and it's always a thrill. Especially at the Sugar Bar - which is always a great night out in the city. Robert Silverman's so much more than just another jazz cat. His long years of study, his understanding, his ear and his ability to play off the other great musicians who work with him lifts standards, old R&B, New Orleans dark and dirty, and his many original tunes to places that would scare a lesser musician. So good to learn something about where he comes from. I don't always know where he's going, but when I can catch his show, I'm always glad to be there.