Avishai Cohen After the Big Rain October 18, 2008

Israeli jazz trumpeter Avishai Cohen, from Tel Aviv (not to be confused with the bassist of the same name), has established himself as a major player on the New York scene with his infectious grooves and "Miles-ahead" vibe. He leads several strong lineups to satisfy his far-ranging musical appetites, but After the Big Rain has captured a strong share of interest for its incorporation of spicy Afro-Caribbean elements into Cohen's post-bop approach. This quintet regularly features Cohen sidekick Omer Avital on bass and pianist Jason Lindner. 'After the Big Rain' - a CD title, as well as the band's name - is the third part of a trilogy Avishai Cohen is exploring on poetic themes relating to the apocalyptic atmosphere of our times.