Midwest Record Entertainment

DARREN BARRETT dB QUINTET/Live and Direct 2014: In which we find the undisputed proof this former tyro was indelibly influenced by Miles at an early age. Kicking it out Miles style without being an homage or tribute, Barrett is in full command of his own voice and charts new trails from the point where the old one ended. A must for the turn of the 60s jazzbo that doesn’t feel a need to give it up, this is smashing set that delivers in fine and high style. Real jazz for real jazz ears throughout, this was recorded live in the studio with little room for error. Well done.