Reckless Meter, out December 5, 2025 via Capri Records, captures all the artistry, virtuosity and creativity of Colorado’s premier jazz ensemble, Convergence.
Contagious energy, compelling spontaneity, and deep musical synergy are at the core of any performance by Convergence, Colorado’s premier modern jazz ensemble. Their exhilarating live album Reckless Meter, out December 5, 2025 via Capri Records, captures the group at the height of its performing powers. “We wanted to make a record that felt alive, and what better way than with an audience right there in the room with us?” says drummer Paul Romaine. “You can feel that energy in every track.”
Reckless Meter demonstrates why Convergence has been at the forefront of the Colorado region’s jazz scene for more than 30 years. Featuring Eric Gunnison (piano), Greg Gisbert (trumpet and flugelhorn), John Gunther (saxophones), Mark Patterson (trombone), Mark Simon (bass), and Paul Romaine (drums), Reckless Meter showcases original compositions by ensemble members performed with the boldness, nuance, and telepathic interplay that only years of collaboration can produce. Recorded and mixed by the renowned team at Mighty Fine Productions, the album maintains an audiophile quality while preserving the raw immediacy of a live performance.
Photo by Annie Booth
The album’s title reflects Convergence’s fearless approach to time, form, and improvisation. The thrilling opening track “Big Boot” is full of upbeat energy, sassy horns, and killer solos. “Springaling” follows with dynamite drive and urgency before giving way to the smooth relaxation and sweet horns of “Margaret Clara.” Stellar horn work, scintillating piano, and rock-solid rhythm continue to shine on “One or Not One,” “Master Jake,” “Cauldron,” and “Coyote Moon.” The title track closes the album in jaw-dropping style with the band’s virtuosity, tightness, and the sheer joy of making music on full display.
“This band has always been about connection, with each other, with the audience, and with the music itself,” says Gunnison. “Convergence is more than a name; it’s how we approach everything we do musically.” From tightly woven grooves to wide-open harmonic exploration, Reckless Meter is a compelling document of a band pushing the boundaries of modern jazz while staying deeply rooted in its tradition.
Convergence – Reckless Meter
Capri Records – Catalog Number 74174-2
Recorded April 7, 2019
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