Matt Dwonszyk - Live at the Sidedoor (self-released)
By Michael Toland
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Bassist Matt Dwonszyk, known primarily as a sideman for various jazz artists, showcases his bandleading skills on Live at the Sidedoor, a live album recorded at the titular club. The album features mostly original compositions rooted in bebop tradition, with Dwonszyk's driving basslines energizing the quintet through high-energy performances that remind listeners jazz is both art and entertainment.