Kenny Shanker - Vortex (2022)

Kenny Shanker is back with an exciting collection of original compositions and jazz standards for his third release on Wise Cat Records. Whether it’s the quiet intensity of falling snow or the thrill of a chase, each track pulls the listener into a satisfying musical vortex. Some highlights include the idyllic “Winter Song,” the raw energy of “Hunter,” and the laid-back stroll of “Ramble.” Kenny is joined by his longtime rhythm section of Mike Eckroth, Daisuke Abe, Yoshi Waki, and Brian Fishler, along with Bill Mobley on Trumpet.