The 11 original songs on überjam showcase a group that explores diverse influences and styles while maintaining an irresistible groove. Launching with the eastern aura of "Acidhead," easing into the languid "Tomorrow Land," and ending with the super-funky climax of "Lucky For Her," überjam takes listeners on a modern journey of forward-thinking compositions and captivating improvisations by the Scofield band-Avi Bortnick (guitar), Jesse Murphy (bass), and Adam Deitch (drums).
"I had to search high and low to find the right musicians to make this record with me. It took a long time to find them, but I know that these guys are the best I've played with in this idiom. It's a pleasure to go to work every day," Scofield said.
überjam also features contributions from special guests John Medeski and Karl Denson on several tracks.
Scofield says that "the music on überjam may be the kind of music I feel most comfortable with. I started with jazz-rock 30 years ago and the great thing about this music is that it's still evolving. When confronted with the 'Who is John Scofield' question, I like to oversimplify it by saying that 'I like rock and jazz.'"
He continues: "Almost every interviewer asks me about my past experience with Miles Davis. I have to say that out of all the albums I've made, I think this is the one that Miles would have enjoyed the most. Miles' spirit is in this music. He was always looking to take jazz to a new place."
Following the release of überjam, Scofield and his bandmates will embark on a world tour. For tour dates, visit www.vervemusicgroup.com.
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