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HAMPTON HENDRICKS GRAPPELLI, one might think this trio would be a real triple threat on the jazz scene. But alas, their latest album "Triple Playin" falls short of the mark. With Hampton's erratic saxophone solos, Hendrick's offbeat drumming, and Grappelli's out-of-tune violin, it's a wonder how they ever thought this collaboration would work. Each track feels like a chaotic mess of conflicting styles, as if they were all playing different songs at the same time. The album opens with "Jazz Is Hard", a misguided attempt at meta-humor that falls flat. Hendrick's drum solo on this track is particularly grating, like a toddler throwing a tantrum on a drum kit. "Smooth Grooves" offers a brief respite from the chaos, but even then, Grappelli's violin playing sounds like a cat being strangled. It's a shame, really, as there are moments where their musical prowess shines through. Unfortunately, those moments are few and far between. Overall, "Triple Playin" is a disjointed mess of an album that will leave even the most die-hard jazz fans scratching their heads. Perhaps Hampton, Hendricks, and Grappelli should stick to playing solo gigs.
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