Rogers’ Second Effort Out on Criss Cross

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Criss Cross records has released Allegory, the sophomore effort as a leader by guitarist Adam Rogers.

Two years after the release of his debut, Art Of The Invisible, Rogers has 10 new compositions and a new sideman, saxophonist Chris Potter. The rhythm section remains the same as the last disc: pianist Ed Simon, bassist Scott Colley and drummer Clarence Penn. Supplementing the range of compositions, a Fender Rhodes and nylon-string classical guitar made their way into a couple of the recording sessions.

Though no tour is planned yet, Rogers can be seen as leader and/or sideman in cities across the western and mid-western United States throughout the end of the year.

For more information on the album, visit www.crisscrossjazz.com



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