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| TONIGHT !!! CD RELEASE PARTY at JAZZ STANDARD - E.J. STRICKLAND QUINTET - "WARRIORS FOR PEACE CD RELEASE PARTY at JAZZ STANDARD JANUARY 16th, 2019 7.30 pm & 9.30 pm Enoch Jamal "E.J." Strickland is a world-class, world-traveled drummer, composer and artist heard on over 60 albums in the last 10 years. E.J. quickly graduated into New York's gigging jazz scene, playing with the greatest names in contemporary music: Ravi Coltrane, David Sanchez, Manuel Valera, Russel Malone and many others. He is also a recognized and acclaimed leader of great bands. Influenced by wonderful drummers (Elvin Jones, Philly Joe Jones, Roy Haynes, Jimmy Cobb, Tony Williams, Jeff "Tain" Watts, Brian Blade), he rapidly developed his own eclectic and creative style. Variety of influence and interest might be the key words for E.J. in his musical approach. He reminds us: "You're not going to hear a traditional jazz drummer. You're going to hear someone who's drawing from many different styles, many different approaches. That's what my true voice is. And I always try to remember that music is fun !" Armed with the power and complexity of his drumming, E.J. Strickland continues to clear a path for himself in the jazz world and beyond. A path that can only grow wider in the years to come ! ABOUT "WARRIORS FOR PEACE" Fun. Stirring. Intriguing. Kinetic: There are so many moods and meanings enmeshed into E.J. Strickland's music. His myriad influences and ideas crossing and branching out in every direction set up the basis for a remarkable album. "Warriors For Peace" will be a brilliant success and a joy to share a committed musical approach. It is an album with only original compositions by E.J. Strickland which reflects the peaceful and persistent intensity with which battles for peace, equality, & justice are fought worldwide. It is a dedication to those who break the silence and stand up for what is right, even in the face of much adversity. The album was recorded in April 2018 on the road in Marseille (France). The overall feeling is very peaceful & joyous. Although one wouldn't classify it as a ballads album, it gives a similar sensation of calm beauty & elegance. All the musicians on this album play with the same love & joy. Each E.J. composition is a journey towards peace, whether it be about taking a stand against evil or finding inner peace within ourselves. In this CD, E.J. proves again his ability to get the most out of his musicians and to eclectic, enjoyable music, always full of freshness, fun and groove. eclectic, enjoyable music, always full of freshness, fun and groove. It is high quality, sophisticated jazz in the modern traditional sense - nothing avant-garde, but fresh melodies with hip harmonies played head, solo, head by some of the best jazz musicians in the business. As a matter of fact, E.J.'s bandmates' performances are illuminating, but during all tunes of "Warriors for Peace" it's Strickland who's shining the light ! -------------------------------- TOUR DATES 16 January - Jazz Standard - New York, USA !!! CD release party USA !!! 19 March - Le Cheval Blanc - Schiltigheim, France 23 March - Sunset-Sunside - Paris, France !!! CD release party EUROPE !!! write your comments about the article :: © 2019 Jazz News :: home page |