Tiger Okoshi "Two Sides to Every Story" XRCD JVC

This set is a rare straight-ahead outing for trumpeter Tiger Okoshi. Some of the post-bop music is reminiscent of the mid-'60s Miles Davis Quintet, although Okoshi (who does hint at Davis here and there) is also influenced by Kenny Dorham and Freddie Hubbard. The rhythm section of pianist Gil Goldstein, bassist Dave Holland, and drummer Jack DeJohnette is quite strong (swinging but advanced) and guitarist Mike Stern is more restrained than usual. Together the group blends together well and Okoshi (on two standards and a variety of originals) is in excellent form. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide