2 Drink Minimum [Live]

Wayne Krantz | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 25, 2002)
• Original Release Date: September 13, 1995
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Live
• Label: Enja
• ASIN: B000005CBT
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #157,811 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A new sound for music, April 6, 2000

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Sidewinder (Boston, MA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 2 Drink Minimum (Audio CD)

Recorded at the 55 Bar in NYC in 1995, this live recording of the Wayne Krantz trio is full of energy and spontaneity. On "Whippersnapper", the group explodes into a high energy polyrhythmic frenzy during Wayne's tasteful solo. "Lynx Paw" just gets nasty with it's slow groove and Wayne's behind the beat phrasing.

If you're not familiar with Wayne Krantz, his style is basically a fusion of jazz and rock, but I would not just simply call it "fusion". As a guitarist, Wayne blends blues, rock, and sophisticated jazz harmony and melodic lines to create a totally unique sound. It's hard to fathom the level of musicianship of the members of this trio. Lincoln Goines (bass) and Zach Danziger (drums) are two of the hottest cats in the New York music scene. Some listeners may not be able to understand what's going on musically, and it may not be for you, so be warned. But if you're looking to expand your ears, or are already familiar with Wayne's music, I highly recommend this disc.

Personally, live albums with no edits like this turn me on way more than studio albums. You may agree when you listen to Hendrix's live stuff compared to his studio stuff. They were two separate worlds. In the studio, Jimi focused on his wonderful compositions. Live, he focused on improvisation. The rawness and spontaneous genius of the live performances affected me on a much deeper level. On "2 Drink Minimum", Wayne's compositions and improvisation are united and create that same feeling for me, and that's what makes this album one of my favorites.

Be sure to check out Wayne's follow-up discs "Greenwich Mean" and "Your Basic Live" also recorded at the 55 Bar. They are available for purchase on his website. They are further exploration of his trio improvisation and have definitely made my top 10 favorite albums of all time list.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Truly Inspiring music!! Improv at it's best!, March 13, 2005

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William A. Seipel (Brimfield, IL United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: 2 Drink Minimum (Audio CD)

Wayne Krantz truly has a unique approach to music. This album is really the beginning for what is now a tour de force trio. No complaints here though. The trio burns it up on every track. My favorite is the opener to the cd.
If you are really looking for musical inspiration, this is the cd to get. Or any one of WK's albums. They are all inspiring.

check out http://www.waynekrantz.com to order all his cd's (some not listed here) or his new method book which defines a new approach to improvisation.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars OH YEAH!!, May 5, 2007

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Baddstuff "music junkie" (astoria, ny United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: 2 Drink Minimum (Audio CD)

from the opening track, 'Whippersnapper', these guys let you know they mean business! There's some serious jammin' going on here. Wayne just burns up the fretboard with excellent support from the bass and drums. The music on this disc won't be to everyone's liking but if you want to hear some top shelf players gettin' down and shakin' it loose then get this CD. This will put some hair on your chest!
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