John Fedchock gives a tribute to the undisputed master of the trombone, JJ Johnson, giving inspired takes of some of his most famous compositions. Joined by Steve Allee/p, Jeremy Allen/b and Sean Dobbins/dr, Fedchock doesn’t imitate but salutes the pioneer with a couple of hip boppers like “Naptown USA” and “Ten 85”. A gorgeous read of the classic “Lament” glistens, while some exotic ideas are created over the earthy beat of Dobbins on the exotic read of “Kenya”. Dobbins’ brushes are nifty on the classy “Minor Mist” and Allee swings from the hips for “Say When”.Sliding safely into home.