(Jan '01) UpLate.Org Records proudly presents its newest release, "The Cosmic Buzz."

The album features the trio of drummer Phil Hawkins, vibraphonist Gerry Grosz, and bassist Jim Kerwin. On six of the eleven tunes the core trio is joined by guitarist Bob Brumbeloe.

The music is a combination of classic jazz standards along with original compositions by Hawkins and Grosz. The entire album remains faithful to the straight-ahead jazz ethic and ideal. At the same time, the artists strive to push the boundaries of non-verbal communication through their instruments alone. There are moments of quiet introspection as well as uninhibited joy. As always, passion motivates the music on the entire album.
Track List:

1. Have You Met Miss Jones
1.5 Wacky Javascript Test
2. Bemsha Swing
2.5 3. Rememberence    (Grosz)
    A jazz hymn evoking both a solemn as well as uplifting tone.
4. Grimbie's Blues    (Hawkins)
    Written for a restless cat who can't get no respect.
5. Nostalgia In Times Square
6. Blue Into Orange    (Grosz)
    ECM-ish, introspective tune, with arco bass melody.
7. Something Said    (Hawkins)
8. Epiglottis    (Grosz)
9. Do You Know What It Means To Miss New Orleans
10. Bernie's Tune
11. The Cosmic Buzz    (Hawkins)
    In-the-pocket groove. The solos build much like the
    formation of the universe, itself.

Total Playing Time = 62:55

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Artist's Websites:
    Gerry Grosz
    Phil Hawkins -- Here you can also find Phil's extensive collection of music for steel pans, on Pnote Publications.
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