When Last We Met
Mace Hibbard (soprano, alto and tenor saxophone), Bryan Leitch (guitar), Louis Heriveaux (piano), Marc Miller (bass), Justin Varnes (drums)
Press for When Last We Met
“When Last We Met is an impressive performance by a remarkable saxophone player who's not yet a household name. One listen to this disc and names like Phil Woods, Bud Shank, Lee Konitz, Art Pepper and the late Jackie McLean come to mind, not one of them a bad comparison.”
- All About Jazz Review by Edward Blanco
http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=24609
“Hibbard is an artist who uses his technical mastery, compositional skills, and informed understanding of the jazz saxophone lineage, to create musical offerings that are truly unique. When Last We Met is a first-rate, independent release, with quality production and outstanding performances from all.”
- All About Jazz Review by John Barron
http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=26494
“Pay attention to the non-assuming, intensely thoughtful aura to Mr. Hibbard’s playing and composing. Each progressive listening begs another.”
- Jazz Review by Bruce Pulver
http://www.jazzreview.com/reviews/latest-cd-track-reviews/item/24528-.html
“More than just another saxophonist trying to grab the spotlight, the leader of this date possesses the goods to move on up the jazz ladder. He’s certainly one to watch.”
- EJazz News Review by Glenn Astarita
“His name may not yet be a house-hold one, but with this collection of well-written tunes presented in such an exemplary manner, Mace Hibbard has entered into the company of top young saxophonist/composers on the current stage. It is this writer’s firm belief you will be hearing more from this talented young artist and his cohorts – and that you will be glad you did.”
- Jazz Chicago Review by Brad Walseth
http://www.jazzchicago.net/reviews/maceh.html
“A winnerall the way around. Bravo!”
- Cadence Magazine by Dee Dee McNeil
"Mace Hibbard's new CD grabbed me right from the git go. His writing is wonderful and his playing first class. One of the finest young alto players on the scene and he's just as impressive on soprano and tenor. The rest of the group is also first class. This is already on my list of year's best."
Jacques Emond - Jazzart Productions
"Another sensitive saxophonist, ably accompanied by his three friends (or occasionally, four). Never a phrase out of place to affect the listneing pleasure."
Tony Wickham- Raido Maldwyn, UK
"You need to have it in your collection. For all music lovers, no excuse to not have this CD right now on your CD player. Buy it, you will not be disappointed at all."
Gi Dussault - Co-Host & Co-Producer Upper Room Radio Show
"Great Cd, every track is a beauty, jazz in the true sense of the word…”
Kim Whitted - KMHI Radio 1240/fm Idaho
"I just loved this CD ! What a great player and composer this guy is with a really hot band. Louis Heriveaux plays mighty fine piano on almost every track and Mace Hibbard is outstanding as a soloist."
Barry O'Sullivan - Blu FM 89.1
"A real jazz record this time by sax player Mace Hibbard. Not that easy stuff. A cd in the postbob tradition, but with his very own sound."
Jan Nederveen - Radio 794
"An excellent Saxophonist with modern style."
Sharron Grauner - BODFM Inc.
"This album crosses various jazz genres and does so very successfully, which shows true musicianship at its very best.”
Tony Bates - Highlands 100.7FM
"Ecellent album from multi saxophone player Mace Hibbard, Great original compositions throughout the album."
Pascal Dorban - Radio ARA , Luxembourg
"Fantastic Album!"
Alex Pijnen - BRTO Radio
"Sounds great! Will get better with each listen. I will play the hell out of it on my show!"
Steve MacLeod - Jazzology
"Certainly a well crafted stylish cd oozing with passion. Your music has extremely beautiful sublime compositions and is subtle but powerful, enjoyable to sit back and just feel the cool groove wash over you."
Peter Merrett - PBS FM Melbourne Australia
"Your "When Last We Met" album stirs the soul from the very first chords. Thank you for making such a wonderful music!
Serge Kozlovsky - Independent Jazz Critic