They kind of profile themselves as music geeks, or antiheroes, as the title indicates. But this American nu-jazz group can swing and rock like no other. Founded in Los Angeles in 2001, Kneebody is made up of five prominent American jazz musicians, including trumpet player (Steve Coleman, Anni DiFranco) and keyboardist (Joshua Redman, Beck). After the experimental collaboration (2016) with producer
… Daedelus, it seemed time for a record full of melodic power jazz. Kneebody always sounds complex but understands the art of keeping it accessible. They are therefore not anti-heroes, just as the more than 10 minutes clocking Drum Battle is fortunately not a drum battle. Difficult, with only a drummer in the ranks who can play for two by the way. Just like the rest of this gifted band. (MR)more
