Neo-Modernism (2003)

About this title: Over the years, saxophonist Russ Gershon (the Either/Orchestra's founder/leader) has firmly believed in keeping his options open. Gershon's band has been greatly influenced by what jazz musicians call "the tradition" (straight-ahead jazz instead of fusion, crossover jazz, or the avant-garde), but he isn't a slave to it -- he realizes that outside playing is also a valid option. And even though the Either/Orchestra has been dominated by acoustic instruments, Gershon doesn't believe that electric instruments are inherently evil. That open-minded outlook continues to serve the Either/Orchestra ... read more

Tracks:

1. Los Olvidados [Gershon]
2. Baby Invents Monk [Gershon]
3. The Modernist [Gershon]
4. Fast Edd [Nieske]
5. Heavily Amplified Hairpiece [Gershon]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.