It would be impossible to overstate the importance of master drummer Elvin Jones in the evolution of current and mainstream Jazz. Elvin followed older brothers Hank and Thad onto the Detroit jazz scene, where all forged eminent careers.
By the mid 1960s he was a member of John Coltrane's groundbreaking quartet, playing on massively influential recordings such as A Love Supreme and Coltrane 'Live' at the Village Vanguard.Touted by Life Magazine as “the world's greatest rhythmic drummer," and described by percussion icon Louie Bellson as “Mother Earth coming alive with syncopation," Elvin Jones' influence reverberated throughout not only the Jazz community, but all of music, influencing famous drummers such as Ginger Baker of Cream and Mitch Mitchell of the Jimi Hendrix Experience.
This historic concert DVD features Elvin Jones playing with the thunderous power that influenced generations of players to come out smokin' and go from there. Veterans Sonny Fortune and Chip Jackson brilliantly orchestrate the power of Jones' drums, while other young lions like saxophonist Ravi Coltrane and pianist Willie Pickins showcase their skills helping to accentuate their mentor's bold, free flowing style that helped move his instrument from the back of the club to the forefront of music.
VIEW Video is proud to present this awe inspiring DVD from one of the most influential musicians in three decades, and one of the greatest drummers in the history of music. Elvin Jones: Jazz Machine (V.I.E.W. Video Item #2346) retails for $19.98. For further information or screening copies call Jerald Miller at (212) 674-5550 or e-mail [email protected].
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