The Vinny Golia Quintet

The Vinny Golia Quintet: Nation Of Laws

by Glenn Astarita
June 1, 1999

Multi-reedman, composer and educator Vinny Golia has attained almost legendary status in modern jazz circles, especially on the West Coast. Nation Of Laws serves as a fine example of Golia’s creative vision, astute technical gifts and thoroughly ass-kicking approach to jazz. Here, along with fellow West Coast luminaries, Golia and company pack a mighty punch as they launch a brutal assault on modern jazz with obvious disrespect (being slightly facetious here) for West Coast “Cool” modernism.

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