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Peter Kogan

Some Monsterful Wonderthing

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1 SOS Samba
2 LOMoMO Mojo Jump
3 Some Monsterful Wonderthing
4 Nola Joe
5 Gospel Tune
6 McKinley Morganfield's Forever
7 Live to Learn and Love Another Day
8 Question Monk
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The genesis of Peter Kogan's Some Monsterful Wonderthing was, of all things, the frustrating 2012 lockout of the Minnestota Orchestra. This was Kogan's day gig, and although the timpanist had high hopes for a reasonably quick settlement, he also took this golden opportunity to record his first studio album as leader – Cornucopia - released in 2013.  As the orchestra stalemate dragged into its 16th month, Kogan began thinking about a follow up disc which would utilize a septet, some new tunes that reflected on the labor struggle he was involved in, and the strong community support that the orchestra musicians received.  Some musical ideas were completely new, and others were fresh takes on older material from Kogan's New York City days. This became Some Monsterful Wonderthing and was finished six months after the orchestra lockout ended.

  • Peter Kogan presents a revolving cast of characters every month at Metronome Brewery / Jazz Police
    Posted At: November 26, 2023 12:00 AM
    Jazz Police - Andrea Canter writes….November was busy on the Twin Cities jazz scene although for various reasons, I got to fewer gigs than usual. My highlights included JT Bates Quartet (The Dakota, November 1);  Maud Hixson and Rick Carlson’s “Pre-Songbook ” show (Dunsmore Room, November 4); Bobby Commodore’s Classic Quartet (The Dakota, November 13); Joyce Lyons’ tribute to Carmen McRae (Dunsmore Roo...
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  • Courtney Pine's Global Podcast features: Peter Kogan's 'Pow, Pow, Pow, Pow'
    Posted At: March 17, 2023 12:00 AM
    Courtney’s playing refreshingly cool new jazzy vibes for you to work, rest and play to! Jam-packed full of new releases and plenty of fun, including many of the artists introducing their own tracks! This week drum swing, joyous black girl magic, brand new music from SHAKTI, big love from the ACT label, music & architecture, and full-on blooz!        Courtney's traversed the planet an...
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  • On 'Just Before Midnight' Peter Kogan introduces us to amazing musicians and stunning compositions / Musicalmemoirs
    Posted At: August 30, 2022 12:00 AM
    With Just Before Midnight, his fourth album since 2013, the constantly evolving and very productive drummer-composer Peter Kogan delivers another far- ranging feast of originals (and a knowing arrangement of Cedar Walton’s classic Hindsight). All the qualities that made Kogan’s previous albums attractive — sophisticated-yet-accessible compositions, great players and soloists, and just enough quirkiness to m...
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  • Peter Kogan's 'Just Before Midnight' is a series of trips to a variety of destinations, and it's worth taking the whole tour! / JAZZ NEWS
    Posted At: August 16, 2022 12:00 AM
    JAZZ NEWS writes….With Just Before Midnight, his fourth album since 2013, the constantly evolving and very productive drummer-composer Peter Kogan delivers another far- ranging feast of originals (and a knowing arrangement of Cedar Walton's classic Hindsight). All the qualities that made Kogan's previous albums attractive — sophisticated-yet-accessible compositions, great players and soloists, and just enou...
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  • Longtime Minnesota drummer Peter Kogan releases; Just Before Midnight / Times Standard
    Posted At: June 23, 2022 12:00 AM
    The Times Standard writes… Drummer Peter Kogan has released a new recording, “Just Before Midnight,” The music on this album emerged during lockdown, much of it rehearsed and performed outdoors when indoor gatherings were impossible. It offers a range of reactions, from protest and resistance to reassurance and compassion, and even a musical escape to the tropics.Kogan, symphonic timpanist, jazz drummer, ro...
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  • Peter Kogan chats about 'Just Before Midnight' with Neon Jazz
    Posted At: June 22, 2022 12:00 AM
    With Just Before Midnight, his fourth album since 2013, the constantly evolving and very productive drummer-composer Peter Kogan delivers another far- ranging feast of originals (and a knowing arrangement of Cedar Walton’s classic Hindsight). All the qualities that made Kogan’s previous albums attractive — sophisticated-yet-accessible compositions, great players and soloists, and just enough quirkiness to m...
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