Bassist and composer based in Bristol. His debut album “Paper Crane” (2015) features an all star West Country quintet including Jake McMurchie (trenor sax, electronics), Nick Malcolm (trumpet), Jim Blomfield (piano, keyboards) and Mark Whitlam (drums).Follow up “Last Things Last” (2017) recorded in New York with Michael Blake (saxes), Kirk Knuffke (cornet), Steve Cardenas (guitar) and Allison Miller (drums).
"The themes are melodic, memorable, and often beautiful, but there's an intelligent, exploratory side to the music that ensures that it transcends mere 'prettiness'. "
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"First rate playing allied to some excellent writing and arranging ensures that this sophomore album is another triumph for Cordez. "
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"A very worthy successor to Cordez’s previous two albums and one that bears his signature style and approach. His themes act as excellent vehicles for the inspired soloists that he gathers around him."
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