Never Stop (The Bad Plus album)
| Company type | Studio album |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | September 14, 2010 |
| Founder | The Bad Plus |
| Products | Jazz music album |
Never Stop represents the seventh studio effort by the American jazz ensemble The Bad Plus, officially released on September 14, 2010, through E1 Music. This album marks the group's initial project comprised solely of original compositions, containing 10 pieces crafted by the trio members. In 2018, the band followed up with another album featuring exclusively original works titled Never Stop II.
Reception
Nilan Perera of Exclaim! characterized Never Stop as a creative and assured jazz piano trio recording that encapsulates ten years of artistic development and live performance, emphasizing its precision and robust delivery. Thom Jurek from AllMusic observed that focusing entirely on original tracks enables listeners to fully grasp the band's inventive yet accessible style, broadening the traditional scope of the jazz piano trio format. Ryan Reed at PopMatters commended the group for maintaining integrity and earning respect without resorting to irony.
Nate Chinen of The New York Times pointed out that Never Stop is distinguished as the band's first album featuring exclusively original material, highlighting their expertise conveyed through a decisive tone. Jim Farber from New York Daily News noted the record's fusion of sophistication and experimental disruption, preserving the band's identity even in the absence of vocals or cover songs.
Personnel
- Reid Anderson – bass
- Dave King – drums
- Ethan Iverson – piano