Following the success of their previous Shanachie release, This is The Good One—which delivered two Top 5 singles on contemporary jazz radio—Kombo is back with a brand-new album, Pretty Solid. The dynamic duo of Ron Pedley and Jon Pendel, both legendary fixtures in the smooth and contemporary jazz scene, bring their signature groove and musicianship to this anticipated release.
The buzz around Pretty Solid is real. A recent live taping for SiriusXM’s Watercolors featured several tracks from the album, earning rave reviews and sparking eager anticipation across contemporary jazz radio stations nationwide.
Pedley and Pendel’s combined experience is nothing short of iconic. Having played with greats like Al Jarreau, Aretha Franklin, and Stevie Wonder, and forming the hit-making jazz group Uncle Festive, these two artists have helped shape the modern jazz sound for decades. Today, you can still catch them collaborating with luminaries like Keiko Matsui and Dave Koz.
Pretty Solid lives up to its name, delivering a tight set of funky, melodic, and soulful tracks. Highlights include:
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The uber-funky opener “Bussin’”
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The hip, hooky title track “Pretty Solid” (also the upcoming single)
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The atmospheric and dreamy “Lavender Dreams”
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And other standouts like “Shadow Mountain” and “On Gray’s Lake”
Tracklist:
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Bussin’
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Action D
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Shadow Mountain
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Pretty Solid
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Northern Night
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Hypotheticals
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On Gray’s Lake
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Thick Heat
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Stranger (No Longer)
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Lavender Dreams
Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering Kombo for the first time, Pretty Solid is a must-listen for anyone who loves smart, infectious grooves and masterful playing.
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