This episode of the Jazz New York radio show, featuring an interview with bassist Harvie S, delves into the breadth of his extensive discography. The playlist showcases a significant portion of Harvie S’s work, including tracks from his album “Witchcraft” and “Deep Night,” both released on Savant. Listeners also heard “Luna Romantica” from his “New Beginning” album (RVS Records) and two pieces, “S” and “Coco Loco,” from “Funky Cha” (ZOHO). The inclusion of live recordings such as “Lazy Afternoon – Live in Concert” and “Honeysuckle Rose / Ain’t Misbehavin’ – Live in Concert” from “Yesterdays (Live in Concert),” featuring Sheila Jordan, further illustrates Harvie S’s versatility and collaborative spirit.
The playlist not only highlights Harvie S’s solo and collaborative projects but also includes a track not directly featuring him, “Out Of Nowhere – Remastered” by Paquito D’Rivera and James Moody, from the album “Who’s Smoking? (Remastered)” on Candid. This suggests the interview with Harvie S might have touched upon his influences, his work as a sideman, or perhaps his role in the broader jazz scene. The chronological span of the releases, from 1992 to 2013, provides a delightful look at Harvie S’s career, offering listeners a rich auditory journey through his evolution as a musician.
Harvie S, a renowned jazz bassist, emerged as a prominent figure in the realm of contemporary jazz with his distinctive style and virtuosic technique. Born with an innate musical talent, Harvie began his journey into the world of jazz as a pianist and switched to bass at age 18.
Throughout his illustrious career, Harvie has collaborated with a plethora of jazz luminaries, leaving an indelible mark on the global jazz scene. His dynamic bass lines and innovative approach to rhythm have earned him widespread acclaim among critics and audiences alike.
Harvie’s latest project is a recording done in 1985 with Jazz legend Alan Dawson and Mike Stern. going for it on High Note Savant Records Coming next as a leader is his quartet recording with Peter Bernstein, Matt Wilson and Miki Hayama.
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