OZ NOY, RAY MARCHIA AND UGONNA OKEGWO – RIVERSIDE (JAZZ):

Shifting to a more straight-ahead vibe, Riverside finds solo fusion guitarist Oz Noy joined by drummer Ray Marchia and in-demand session player Ugonna Okegwo. They groove through 10 standards, creating something familiar yet new. Rehearsed outside on a river bank prior to the studio sessions, songs like the Okegwo-composed “6/8 Lunch Break” and “All the Things Your Are” cast each of these players in the very best light. The album is warm, daring and uplifting. Riverside is a perfect representation of inspired musicians at the top of their game.