by MICHAEL TUTINO | May 26, 2023 | Recorded Music, Uncategorized
When the word “predictable” shows up in music reviews, it’s often wrongly viewed as the kiss of death. Somewhere along the way, “defying expectations” or “charting new territory” have become the quickest way to gain...
by MICHAEL TUTINO | May 25, 2023 | News, Uncategorized
Mike Melito’s influences sing from his snare drum and ride cymbal throughout his debut as a leader, THE NEXT STEP. There is an amusing anecdote recounted in the liner notes. It goes something like this: A drummer arrives at a session and asks Rudy Van Gelder if...