Reviews

Song of the Day: Griffin Woodard Group, “Route 1” by Matt Micucci, JAZZIZ

"Griffin Woodard Group: Completion Review" by Stamish Malcuss, Jazz Sensibilities

Reviews of Precious One and Completion Albums by Russell Perry, WTJU 91.1 FM

“Griffin Woodard Group: Completion” by Raul de Gama, JazzdaGama

"The Griffin Woodard Group Reaches Completion." by Travis Rogers, Jr., The Jazz Owl

"Griffin Woodard Group: Completion" by George W. Harris, Jazz Weekly

"Griffin Woodard, Completion Review" by Nolan DeBuke, The Jazz Word

Completion Album Review in Russell Trunk’s Exclusive Magazine

Interviews

Zack Stieler, aka Dr. Gonzo, interviews Griffin on the Completion album, discussing his musical upbringing and the meaning behind the music. Featured tracks include “Little Angel,” “Alchemy,” and “Completion.” This interview was recorded November 2, 2022 and aired on Jazzish, WIUP 90.1 FM on November 12, 2022

Joe Dimino of Neon Jazz interviews Griffin on the Completion album, the philosophy behind the music, and what’s next in store.

Quotes

“Really impressive playing. Today’s language on the bass clarinet.” - Jerry Bergonzi

“Hard bopping with energy and expressivity, the track is characterized by a compelling set of changes and Woodard’s beautiful tone.” - Matt Micucci, Jazziz

“Just like a jewelry box, all songs are shining and gorgeous.” - Hiroshi Yamazaki

“It is a rare encounter to feel so moved, even touched, by an album. Especially, a debut album.” - Travis Rogers, Jr., The Jazz Owl

“Put Woodard on your short list of new players, as you will want to keep up with this massive bass clarinetist trajectory upwards.” - Nolan DeBuke, The Jazz Word

“Clearly Mr. Woodard is a master of creating not simply spiritual music, but by instrumentation alone also evokes the mystical.” - Raul Da Gama, JazzdaGama

“Griffin Woodard is one of the most gifted instrumentalists that’s come through my studio in some time. Not only is he a very lyrical and soulful player, but his composition technique is way beyond his years. I look for many great things in years to come for Griffin.” - Dave Darlington, GRAMMY Award Winning Engineer with credits on RIAA Platinum and Gold records.