Tornado Watch
Self-Released, 2025
8/10
The keyboardist and composer Adam Hersh brings us a live recording, where Evan Abounassar, Devin Daniels, Andrew Renfroe, Jermaine Paul and Myles Martin are in attendance for the modern jazz set.
“Woe V Shade” opens with a lively piece, as Hersh’s swift keys emit elegance and gracefulness amid Martin’s agile drumming, and the title track follows with a calmer approach, where Renfroe’s meticulous guitar lines won’t go unnoticed.
Deeper into the set, “Toys” showcases Abounassar’s soaring trumpet that helps cultivate a rich landscape, while “Everlasting” allows for the dreamy piano to radiate, but Daniels' sax is much appreciated, too.
Bookending the set are “Expansion & Retention” and “Propellant”. The former carries plenty of timeless jazz spirit and much melody, and the latter is more cautious, where Paul’s well timed bass suits the cultured aspect.
A diverse outing that touches on Brazilian ideas, classical moments and even hip-hop, Hersh and company make for a sophisticated and memorable experience.
Travels well with: Dave Bass- Trio Nuevo; Jim Self- Touch and Go