Pat Martino: Oleo
Musicians:
Pat Martino (guitar), Joey DeFrancesco (Hammond B-3 organ), Billy Hart (drums).
Composed by Sonny Rollins
.Recorded: live at Yoshi's, Oakland, CA, December 15-17, 2000
Rating: 98/100 (learn more)
The first thing that listeners will notice about "Oleo" is Joey DeFrancesco's organ sound, which is certainly a throwback to the Swingin' Sixties. Although prominently featured, he keeps the chord base simple as Pat Martino's 6-string prowess takes center stage on this amazing concert recording. Taut, driving rhythms provide release as Martino's fingers fly on the fretboard at a frenetic pace. Emotions run sky high as it sounds as though Martino is singing for his supper. Given this tasty jam, I say punch his meal ticket immediately if there's any way you can afford to do so.
Reviewer: Marcus Singletary
Tags: 2000s jazz · guitar · organ trio
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