DUDUKA DA
FONSECA TRIO – JIVE SAMBA
Lively
trio work from drummer Duduka Da Fonseca – a set that has all the Brazilian
touches you might expect from the title, but which also sparkles with lots of
straighter jazz moments too! Duduka's as strong as ever on the kit, and the
album really draws a lot of warmth from the piano lines of David Feldman – who
blocks out the ballads with this gentle groove that's especially nice, then
really catches fire on some of the more upbeat numbers – which also have
Fonseca reminding us of his deftness on the drums. Guto Wirtti plays bass in
the trio, and one track includes tenor from Paulo Levi – on titles that include
"Jive Samba", "Lucky Southern", "Pensativa",
"Clouds", "Peresina", "Recorda Me", and
"Sco's Bossa". ~ Dusty Groove
RICHARD WALTON GROUP - UNDER THE CURRENT
"Under
The Current" is the 2015 release of Mid-Atlantic's award-winning and
Pandora Radio airplay contemporary jazz artist Richard Walton Group. This is
their first studio release in eight years, following the successes of their
CD's "Junction", "LIve At Blues Alley", "Hear And
Now" and "Where Time Stood Still". For the past eight years,
current group members Michael Gottleib (keyboards), Michael Bronson (guitars),
David Krug (saxophone), Mitchell Shaivitz (percussion), Eric Robertson (drums),
Eric Robertson (drums), David Meer (guitars) and Richard Walton (bass guitar)
have solidified it's compositional strengths to co-write a collection of
exciting brand new compositions. Most of these well crafted songs have been
played in concert over the past few years. Their composition
"Exitude"(included here on this CD) just received an honorary mention
in the latest Mid-Atlantic Songwriting Contest in the instrumental category.
"Exitude" also appeared as a selected track on the latest Best Of
Baltimore Songwriters Association CD. Richard Walton Group's CD's are often
compared to 'an instrumental Steely Dan'. Their music is also heard along side
of contemporary greats such as Spyro Gyra, Acoustic Alchemy, Lee Ritenour, Pat
Metheny Group, Sergio Mendes and Fourplay. ~ CD Universe
AIDAN CARROLL - ORIGINAL VISION
Original
Vision showcases Aidan Carroll's diverse musicality as a bassist and composer.
With an impressive roster of New York City artists, this Contemporary Jazz
meets Soul recording uplifts and inspires the listener with each track. Showcasing
two powerful rhythm sections,Original Vision brings fresh new energy to the world of jazz. Original
Vision draws it's title from an experience Carroll had as a child: "When I was 8 years old, I had a vision and a feeling wash over me in
which I knew that I'd be playing music for the rest of my life - it wasn't so
much a choice but a reality of my life to come." In dedication to this
prophecy,Carroll took a leap of faith and moved from the plains of Oklahoma
to New York City. The son of two musicians, his path has been vivid, diverse
and full of adventure. With a deep appreciation for the arts and literature, Carroll's broad experiences have enabled him to fully express his musicianship
in its truest and most authentic form. Supporting Carroll on this recording are two distinct rhythm sections. The first features
New Orleans born pianist Sullivan Fortner and drummer Joe Dyson. The second
rhythm section adds David Bryant on piano and Justin Brown on drums.
Rounding out the band is saxophonist John Ellis who plays throughout the
album. Saxophonist Ben van Gelder and vocalist Chris Turner bring their
unique talents as special guests.~ CD Universe
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