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International line-up featuring Mike Stern & Dan Gottlieb (USA) Philipp van Endert & Alex Gunia (Germany) Rob Hall (UK) Rene Engel & Jaytee Tetterissa (Netherlands) and others. Recorded in Cologne during 1992-3.
The bizarre title is a play on the german word 'jazzig' meaning jazzy. As guitarist Philipp van Endert helpfully pointed out "... it's jazz, but it's sick!"
Rob's debut CD for FMR Records establishing him as a major new voice in contemporary European music. Features European line-up including Jim Mullen (gtr) Joachim Leyh (drums) Dave Frankel (pno) Alex Keen (bs). Critically acclaimed and now virtually sold out !
"Impressive debut" (Rob Adams, The Herald)
"It's encouraging to hear a young musician such as Rob Hall blowing saxophone and clarinet in such a melodious way" (Jazz Journal International)
FMR Records 1998
UGCD 060898
Following hot on the heels of his debut this second CD of Rob's as leader features another great European line-up of Philipp van Endert (gtr) Dave Frankel (pno) Alex Keen (bs) and Paul Cavaciuti (dr) who also contributed to 'Open Up'. This excellent recording has also helped broaden the audience base for Rob's music beyond purely jazz-orientated listeners.
"A gem .... Pat Metheny could have authorised this, and maybe might wish he had."
(John Wickes, author of 'Innovations in British Jazz')
"Heading North further establishes Hall as a major writer and musician" (Avant magazine)
This is the 2nd CD release by the well-known Gaelic singer Anne Martin in partnership with multi-instrumentalist Ingrid Henderson (clarsach, piano etc.). Recorded in Ireland at producer Colum Sands' studio, (Colum is a well respected singer, songwriter and broadcaster) the CD also features Rob on saxes, James MacIntosh (perc), Iain MacFarlane (fiddle/viola) and Mary Smith/William MacDonald (vocals).
" Hall's melodic probing served to underline, as well as complement winsomely, the two women's Gaelic character" (The Herald)
"... including some stunning moments featuring Rob Hall's saxophone, proving once again that a sax can fit wonderfully to the emotional Gaelic songs. " (Folkworld)
" ... blended contemporary jazz with the visual arts in compelling fashion." (The Scotsman)
Paul Henderson's jazz funk compositions combine contemporary dance grooves with jazz harmonies and improvisation. Also features some great guitar work from the leader.
“Freewheelers have confirmed the variety of their approach, as well as the quality of their musicianship and inventiveness.” (Rob Adams, The Herald)
'A fantastic first release ... highly recommended' (Caber Music)
'Strong ideas and a playful sense of form' ***(*) Penguin Guide to Jazz on CD
PHCD1
Paul Henderson's excellent jazz/funk and blues originals featuring some of the best Scottish talent including Fraser Speirs (harmonica) Rob Hall, Konrad Wiesnewski, Paul Towndrow (saxophones) Gregor Clark (trumpet) Martin Henderson (bass) and Paul Henderson on guitar and everything else!
Promotional CD only
EFA 09867-2
Recorded in Cologne during 2003 this is the German guitarist's brilliant new CD with Andre Nendza (bass) and Kurt Bilker (drums), also featuring contributions by ECM artist Kenny Wheeler (flugelhorn) and Rob Hall (saxophone). This beautifully conceived disc contains material by Philipp, Makoto Ozone, Bret Willmott, reworkings of standards and a great new arrangement by Rob of Bill Evan's 'Interplay'.