Reviews

Reviews 2008/09

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Put this leader and his trio solidly in the top ten of the world's working string trios (Rosenberg Trio, Trio Balkan Strings, Bell/Meyer/Bush, Austria's Triology and Iceland's Guitar Islancio among them) and there's a pantheon of pure playful--and tuneful--pleasure.
Jurgen Goethe CBC (Disc Drive)

"I'd compare it to the music David Grisman made with the late Jerry Garcia."
Robert Reid - Guelph Mercury

"Atkinson backs up his jaw-dropping technique with real -- and really good -- music. Check the Spanish-sounding, rapid-fire arpeggios opening "Bright Eyed Waltz" as it transforms into a fun, twirling turn. "Walker" is absolutely dazzling. Expertly backed by Chris Frye on guitar and Joey Smith on bass, this is exuberantly fresh and sparkling, a wonderful gem."
John P. Mclaughlin - The Vancouver Province

"...punching out lively tunes with technical prowess, yet still interspersed with episodes of emotionally-charged improv . . . he darts up and down the length of the fret-board, plucking out a barrage of well-timed notes with amazing dexterity."
Victoria News

"The release of the Marc Atkinson Trio's aptly-titled fourth CD, IV, is cause for celebration."
Joseph Blake Times Colonist

reviews & articles - 2008/09

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Music: Marc Atkinson Duo
A family bereavement meant rhythm guitarist Reuben Wier had to return to British Columbia, leaving Marc Atkinson and bassist Joey Smith to continue as a duo... Read More
Marc Atkinson Trio a Delightful Treat
I had enjoyed for some time the music of Marc Atkinson groups and now know the reason for that enjoyment. He showed such a talent at the Harrison venue during his performance Saturday, Jan. 24... Read More
CD Review - Scott Lingley, Penguin Eggs
Sparkling acoustic jazz from guitarist-composer Marc Atkinson 'The Bills' (abetted here by rhythm guitarist Chris Frye and bassist Joey Smith ) that could easily equip a decade's worth of CBC radio chat shows with whimsical, vaguely exotic theme music.... Read More
CD Review - Joeseph Blake, Times Colonist
This is another beautiful recording from ex-local guitarist Marc Atkinson and his veteran bandmates... Read More
Guelph Mercury
His compositions span a range of genres, but it's the quality of playing live off the floor, coupled with the sense of joy the three musicians convey in playing, that really shines through... Read More
J.P.M. The Province - Apr. 2008
What this guy can do with his locally made Nyberg guitar bespeaks serious woodshedding... Read More
CD Release Concert - Joseph Blake, Times Colonist - May 9th, 2008
The release of the Marc Atkinson Trio's aptly-titled fourth CD, IV, is cause for celebration... Read More
BC Local News - May 1st, 2008
The new album is called simply, but in keeping with the previous three CDs, Marc Atkinson Trio IV. Atkinson says it was inspired by his 14-month old son, Arlo. He says the upbeat, jazz-infused instrumentals are inspired by the kind of music heard [where he lives]... Read More