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Although the musicians on this CD are not that well-known (vibraphonist Jon Metzger, pianist Keith Waters, bassist James King and drummer Tony Martucci), they are all world-class. Metzger, whose style hints at both Milt Jackson and Bobby Hutcherson while sounding fairly original within the hard bop tradition, is a strong improviser. He contributed all ten selections for the date, mostly vehicles for straightahead jamming that the musicians have little trouble digging into. A fine set. ~ Scott Yanow
vibes quartet, 1996 Jon Quartet Metzger Spinner Songs | 1. | Spinner, The |
| 2. | Elephant Walk |
| 3. | I'll Always Be Loving You |
| 4. | J Bop |
| 5. | L Bell, The |
| 6. | Time Again |
| 7. | Credit Line |
| 8. | Getting Back to It |
| 9. | Mixed Up |
| 10. | 4 Jmj |
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