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The new highly anticipated album from New York's jazz wonder Gretchen Parlato, a real rising star who is being championed by Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter and Gilles Peterson. Gretchen Parlato is New York's new sensation. Striking the ideal balance between precision and flexibility, between jazz and downtown sensibility she is never predictable, blurring the lines between singer and instrumentalist as she takes a lyric - and at other times improvised flights of wordless fancy - to places it's never before been. On 'In a Dream', Gretchen Parlato and her intuitive support team reinvent constantly the art of singing. Aligning with a virtuosic quartet she describes as "inspiring, creative, sensitive, musical souls" -- new jazz star Lionel Loueke on guitar, Aaron Parks on piano and Fender Rhodes (both Blue Note recording artists), Derrick Hodge on acoustic and electric bass, and drummer Kendrick Scott - Parlato brings the warmth and compelling command of her much-heralded live performances to 10 exquisite new peeks into her artistic personality. Both Herbie Hancock and Wayne Shorter are already fans. Hancock has said that Parlato has a "deep, almost magical connection to the music", and Shorter has said "in an inconspicuous way, Gretchen plays the same instrument as Frank Sinatra." Personnel: Gretchen Parlato (vocals, percussion), Lionel Loueke (guitar, vocals), Aaron Parks (piano, Fender Rhodes, organ, glockenspiel, synthesizer), Derrick Hodge (acoustic bass), Kendrick Scott (drums)
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By D P
Format:MP3 Download|Amazon Verified Purchase
I discovered Gretchen recently. I was surprised to read that she was the daughter of one of Frank Zappa's Mother's of Invention. Strange pedigree one may think. But Gretchen gets it right and touches that sound when it comes to Brazilian / Latin music. A must for anybody who loves Latin Jazz.
By Ian Thumwood
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I think that the follow up record "Lost & found" realises the potential apparent on this record and , of the two, is the one to choose. This earlier effort is no less enjoyable and includes some terrific tracks such as "I can't help it", "Within me", "Butterfly" and "Weak." The standout track is the brillian "On the other side" which absolutely nails this song and is totally infectious.
That said, there are a few moments where the results aren't quite as magical and "ESP" doesn't quite work as well as the jazz originals on the "Lost & found" release nor as successful as Herbie Hancock's "Butterfly" on this record. Ellington's "Azure" doesn't quite take off either but these reservations aside, Gretchen Parlato remains for me one of the most exciting jazz artists to arrive on the scene in the last couple of years after a period in the 2000's where alot of the new talent seemed a bit conservative. Backed by a very good band that includes Aaron Parks on piano, I think presents a brave redefining of what jazz vocals are now about and whilst I love the pop-savvy quality of this record, the follow up really fulfils the potential. That said, I am a big fan of this singer and would recommend both CD's unreservedly.
That said, there are a few moments where the results aren't quite as magical and "ESP" doesn't quite work as well as the jazz originals on the "Lost & found" release nor as successful as Herbie Hancock's "Butterfly" on this record. Ellington's "Azure" doesn't quite take off either but these reservations aside, Gretchen Parlato remains for me one of the most exciting jazz artists to arrive on the scene in the last couple of years after a period in the 2000's where alot of the new talent seemed a bit conservative. Backed by a very good band that includes Aaron Parks on piano, I think presents a brave redefining of what jazz vocals are now about and whilst I love the pop-savvy quality of this record, the follow up really fulfils the potential. That said, I am a big fan of this singer and would recommend both CD's unreservedly.
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By Is! It! In?
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Great vocalists and instrumentalists.Comes over as an overture to modern love.Like the mix of musicians from different continents and styles.Guitar piano drums and bass.Songs old and new.Perfect and makes you dream new dreams?!
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