Duane Eubanks - Things of That Particular Nature [CD]

This is a relaxed set that nonetheless bristles with optimism and exploratory drive, toughened by challenging melody lines and taut horn blends that sometimes recall the Jazz Messengers-showing the influence, perhaps, of the late pianist and former Messenger Mulgrew Miller, whom trumpeter/flugelhornist Duane Eubanks cites as a mentor and role model.