“The lyrical genius of the trumpet” – Chicago Tribune
Brad Goode was named one of the most influential Chicagoans of the 1980s by the Chicago Tribune, who credited him as a “major catalyst in the revitalization of the Chicago jazz scene.” His 15 solo recordings can be heard on the Delmark, Sunlight, SteepleChase, and Origin labels.
Adrean Farrugia is one of the Jazz Room’s favourite pianists, both as a sideman and as a leader of his own trio.
Adrean is currently pianist for such diverse projects as the Matt Dusk Band, the Brad Goode Quartet, The Ernesto Cervini Quartet (featuring saxophonist Joel Frahm), The Johnny Griffith Quintet, Kiki Misumi, Tim Shia’s ‘The Worst Pop Band Ever’, the Bob Brough Quartet , John Cheesman Orchestra, and the Darcy Hepner Big Band. Adrean also works regularly with his wife, vocalist Sophia Perlman.
As a leader Adrean has released three albums. His second album ‘Ricochet’ was nominated for a 2011 Juno award for best contemporary jazz recording. As a composer Adrean has penned more than 30 works to date.
Adrean and Brad are presently working on a new duet recording.
Here is Brad Goode in a quintet format playing a medley of Beautiful Love and All Blues.
Adrean Farrugia – Piano
Brad Good – Trumpet
Ross MacIntyre – Bass
Ben Riley – Drums
