For much of the last decade reedist Chris Potter has been experimenting with new forms, whether dipping deep into a groove-heavy electric sound with his band Underground or exploring orchestral writing and conceptual frames on his 2015 album Imaginary Cities. He’s pulled back a bit on his lush, patient new quartet recording The Dreamer Is the Dream (his third album for ECM), occupying the postbop comfort zone that’s made him one of the most admired jazz artists of his time and an idol for countless students.…
For much of the last decade reedist Chris Potter has been experimenting with new forms, whether dipping deep into a groove-heavy electric sound with his band Underground or exploring orchestral writing and conceptual frames on his 2015 album Imaginary Cities. He’s pulled back a bit on his lush, patient new quartet recording The Dreamer Is the Dream (his third album for ECM), occupying the postbop comfort zone that’s made him one of the most admired jazz artists of his time and an idol for countless students.…