Kenny Reichert‘s a terrific guitarist, but the Chicagoan also has a knack for writing catchy tunes and insidious melodies. Look no further than this latest set’s opening number, “Poppy Seed,” whose slinky theme burrows quickly under the skin. On his first live album, recorded in October 2024 before a small but appreciative gathering at the city’s Pro Musica, the guitarist partners with alto saxophonist Lenard Simpson, upright bassist Ethan Philion, and drummer Devin Drobka, reputable players in their own right and much sought after when not leading their own projects. Each excels in a free milieu and helps midwife Reichert’s five originals into being, and a clear impression of group identity forms as the album plays.
Live in Chicago is looser and more open-ended…

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