Polsky Theatre momentarily resembled the world’s funkiest nursing home last Tuesday. As bassist DeAndre Manning channeled Stanley Clarke on a gospel-infused reading of “God Bless the Child” for an appreciative audience of about 75 senior citizens and 25 younger music lovers at Johnson County Community College, the free lunchtime concert by Eddie Moore and the Outer Circle could have been mistaken for an exceptionally soulful enrichment activity.
The reassuring ambience created by the quartet of Moore, Manning, guitarist Adam Schlozman and drummer Zach Morrow was worlds removed from the raucous atmosphere at the album release party for Kings & Queens at the Tank Room ten days earlier.
The solid display of jazz fundamentals on “God Bless the Child” and a sublime interpretation of “Caravan” prepared the audience for a faithful recreation of the exploratory title track of Kings & Queens. Only two listeners defected during the 25-minute suite, an achievement that reflects the inclusive appeal of the adventurous band.
Setlist: Caravan, God Bless the Child, Kings & Queens suite
(Original image by Plastic Sax.)
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