Alex, you hit a home run in your quest for unrecognized talent. I knew the name Eddie Costa, but I am almost embarrassed to say that I had not heard his playing. Wow! What an interesting player! That rendition of My Funny Valentine is possibly the most interesting one that I have ever heard. But it was "Diane" that really knocked me out; those "stop time" breaks are fantastic. I love the way that he uses the left hand and bottom of the keyboard for more than just accompaniment and extends the right hand melodies into the low registers. Now, check this out: when I first listened to your clips one of my first thoughts was "this guy's chord voicings sound like Bill Evans; in fact, he sounds a lot like Bill Evans, but looser, less introspective and with a bit of humor". Then I looked at the listed personnel and noticed that the drummer was Paul Motian who also played with Evans. Then, I looked at the other related clips that come up on the side of the screen and what do I see? Bill Evans/Eddie Costa Quartet. The guy was also a vibraphonist and had a quartet with Evans. Interesting indeed. Wonderful player on both intruments. And I love the way he ends the tunes; very unexpected. I must say that of all the "forgotten talent" posted this is one whose records I am buying. Thank you!
