Night Song (2005)

About this title: Pianist Mike LeDonne, whose main influence is McCoy Tyner, mostly sounds pretty original throughout this swinging trio set. Teamed with bassist Ron Carter and drummer Joe Farnsworth, LeDonne contributes two originals and comes up with fresh variations on a variety of jazz standards. Among the highlights are LeDonne's "JB," John Coltrane's "After the Rain" (which is not recorded very often), "I Should Care," and "Alone Together." While Carter and Farnsworth get their spots to solo, Mike LeDonne is the main star throughout and is heard in prime form. Recommended. Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

Tracks:

1. Night Song [Adams/Strouse]
2. JB [LeDonne]
3. After the Rain [Coltrane]
4. I Should Care [Cahn]
5. Don't You Worry 'Bout a Thing [Wonder]
6. In a Sentimental Mood [Ellington]
7. Toys [Hancock]
8. Continuum [LeDonne]
9. Alone Together [Dietz/Schwartz]

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