Ryo Fukui's "In New York" strips away excess, delivered in a single session that breathes life into tightly wound bop. Recorded in 1999, this CD features a trio with Lisle Atkinson and Leroy Williams, evoking the compelling weight of standards while echoing Fukui's own take on jazz's essence. This isn't mere nostalgia; it's the pulse of a moment; fresh yet rooted.
