Michael Ross Quartet

Michael Ross Quartet: Doghouse

by Glenn Astarita
June 1, 2001

Doghouse, by the Florida-based “Michael Ross Quartet” serves as a judicious or perhaps glowing example of the many hard working and inventive jazz ensembles out there, who merit widespread exposure. With this new release, bassist Michael Ross leads a focused, highly charged outfit who infuse rock, funk and swing beats into their musical palate, while saxophonist Dave Pate and guitarist LaRue Nickelson make for a powerful front line attack. On pieces such as “Doghouse” and Eggplant Prayer”, Ross and drummer ...