Bobby Matos - Acknowledgement (2005)

Tracklist

01 - Manhattan Mozambique
02 - Cuando Baila Ramon
03 - Song for Jud
04 - A Love Supreme - Acknowledgement
05 - Motivos de Jazz
06 - Songoro
07 - Tunji
08 - Chango's Jazz
09 - Soy Lucumi
10 - Evelyn
11 - Equinox
12 - Chango's Charanga
13 - Drum Dance

Percussionist Bobby Matos features plenty of variety on Acknowledgement. His group, which often showcases the passionate tenor playing of Frank Fontaine, performs ten of Matos' originals and three pieces by John Coltrane. Vocalists dominate three selections, but otherwise the emphasis is on the instrumentalists, which include the versatile Danny Weinstein on trombone and violin, pianist Theo Saunders, and three percussionists, including Matos. The well-balanced program includes some strong melodies, heated solos, and plenty of rhythm, all of it played with infectious spirit. Recommended.~Scott Yanow