News:
As of now we are getting lots of good feedback on the new releases, from the press and radio; here are a sample of these feedbacks:
Marc Wagnon: “Earth is a Cruel Master” reviews quotes:
“Forward-thinking composing supported by spectacular musicianship.” John Barron, allaboutjazz.com
"this is an exemplary set that delivers the goods on many levels", Peter Thelen Exposé Magazine
“Massive talent all around.” John Collinge, Progression Magazine
"Earth Is a Cruel Master" finds Wagnon in complete control playing everything except the guitars & bass himself, revealing that he is not only an incredible mallet player but also a first rate drummer!” Steve Roberts, ZNR.com
“Shows his versatility and talent as a composer, producer and musician.” O's Place Jazz Magazine
“…playing with a wide range of interests and textures, Wagnon is the new progressive darling to
watch.” Chris Spector, Midwest Records
“…holds your attention on every tune of this album.” Rotcod Zzaj, improvijazznation
Jake Hertzog: “Patterns” reviews quotes:
“…This is the guitar record you play when you absolutely, positively need to have you mind melted.” Chris Spector, Midwest Record
“Echoes of Metheny, Stern, and Breau (among others) surface in Hertzog’s playing, but his dazzlingly adventurous approach puts him in a jazz league all his own.” Art Thompson, Guitar Magazine
“…keeps us surprised and smiling!” Steve Roberts, ZNR.com
“An up-and-coming guitarist to watch.” Martin Z. Kasdan Jr., Louisville Music News
“…a force to be reckoned with.” Marcus Jesberg, thejazzpolice.com
“Filled with groove!” Rotcod Zzaj, improvijazznation
There are over forty radio stations in the U.S. playing the two new releases, for a full list follow this link ; here are a few highlights:
KUMD redway CA, Cynthia -"they LOVE the Marc Wagnon and have played it lots".
WXDU Duke University NC, - over 6spins a week
WEGL Auburn University AL, Patrick Schultz the new music director - confirms: 8 spins last week
WEMU 89.1 FM Ypsilanti MI, Linda Yohn music director - "the Marc Wagnon record is just downright fabulous! I am putting it out for the DJ hosts to play, hopefully they'll feel the same way about it as I do".
KFAI Minneapolis MN, Abbi music director - they (Djs) "love the records and are playing them" -- yay!!!
KLSU Baton Rouge, LA, - "the listeners will definately dig the album".
CKMN-M Quebeq City, Louis Brunet - "very good cd! I'll play them in my jazz show".
KCRW Eric Lawrence CA, music librarian - "these are quality recordings and quality artists".
A very sad news has come to us last night, Morris Pert the great percussionist, composer, pianist as passed away a few days ago we'll let you know more about it as we learn more.
Born in 1947, in Arbroath, Scotland;
Died the 27th of April 2010, in Kinlochbervie, Scotland;
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