Recordings

Track Listing

Segment - Charlie Parker

Waltz New - Jim Hall

Tricotism - Oscar Pettiford

Paragon - Jeff Reed

Conversion - Jeff Reed

Look for the Light - Jeff Reed

A Look Inside - Kenny Drew Jr.

Quasimodo - Charlie Parker

Your Name Never Came Up - Jeff Reed

“Reed has played on an astonishing 50 albums so far, including working alongside David Sanchez, Dave Liebmann and Tom Morello, among others, though this bright spot in his catalog might be his most luminous as he guides the band through timeless song craft that allows each of their respective instruments to shine just as bright as his deft bass work".”

• Take Effect Reviews, June 9, 2020

 “This is an exceptional band performing an engaging program that provides plenty of opportunities to showcase all the band members.

With consistent first-rate playing and the terrific tunes performed, "Look For The Light" is an outstanding recording.”

• Ron Weinstock, In a Blue Mood, August 3, 2020

“There is life in every track on Look For the Light.  The release marks the first endeavor for bassist Jeff Reed as a leader.  An assortment of jazz standards and original material, the recording displays expressions of joy, contemplation, and open communication.  Each track is bountiful of activity as the musicians counter one another, extending on one another's assertions swiftly and creating an environment of open dialogue.”

- jazz2love album review, 2020

Recorded in November of 2019, “Look for the Light” is a collection of music written and arranged by Jeff Reed. Featuring a stellar cast of musicians, this is Reed’s first release as a leader.

You can purchase the album directly from this site. The album will be available as a direct download in MP3 format and will also be available as a physical copy that will be mailed directly to you.

If you choose to listen to the album via streaming services, it will be available on all major streaming sites including Apple Music and Spotify.

“Reed proves to be the kind of composer that allows his bandmates to contribute inventively and converse creatively. Each shine on this exhilarating debut and the quintet blends beautifully.”

• Jim Hynes, Making a Scene Music Magazine, July 29, 2020