DOWNBEAT Review
January, 2014 issue
source: http://www.downbeat.com/digitaledition/2014/DB1401/single_page_view/84.html
Songs recorded by members of Hess Is More during the COVID lockdown. Matt contributed two tracks to this album.
“a master of improvisational music. His chops, knowledge, and focus grant him the freedom to be led by the music in the moment.”
Straightahead or on the edge, saxophonist Matt Parker welcomes listeners with warmth and wit.
Story by Bob Weinberg
Photos by Javier Oddo and Dion Tucker
"showcasing a chameleon-like style both hell-bent on defying jazz’ many sub-genres and putting his stamp on them all."
January, 2014 issue
source: http://www.downbeat.com/digitaledition/2014/DB1401/single_page_view/84.html
Such an honor to have my new album "Present Time" named by DownBeat Magazine as a Best Album of 2016 giving it ★★★★1/2 STARS