Prawntail
Endectomorph, 2025
9/10
Evan Main, Walter Stinson and Steven Crammer make up the Brooklyn trio Prawntail, and across these 8 adventurous jazz tracks, each player holds our attention equally.
“Meryl” starts the festivities with Main’s distinct keys alongside Stinson’s chilling bass before the tune gets a bit lively and unpredictable, and “There’s A Special Place In Hell For The Reagans” follows with curious key patterns that suits the busy yet meticulous climate.
In the middle, “Prince ‘37” radiates tremendous warmth via the dancing keys and cozy rhythm section, while “Flop Sweat” offers a spontaneous and exploratory peek into the trio’s creative jazz ideas.
“Fire (Sale)” and “Get A Job” exit the listen. The former is bit cinematic and uniquely rhythmic thanks to Crammer’s skilled drums, and the latter finishes with dense bass plucking, radiant keys and reserved drumming where the chemistry between the 3 is undeniable and picks up steam near the end.
An excellent debut from a group who are used to being sidemen, Prawntail will make anyone with an ear for modern jazz a fan.
Travels well with: Kevin Sun- Quartets; Hannah Marks- Outsider, Outlier