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Michael Wolff: The Tic Code Soundtrack
ByAs a soundtrack, the music includes several old favorites. Cannonball Adderley’s unmistakable voice introduces "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy." Thelonious Monk plays piano on "Straight, No Chaser" and "Don’t Blame Me." Wayne Shorter performs "Ponta de Areia." Cal Tjader’s arrangement of "Soul Sauce," however, gets updated by Wolff’s New York Score Band with Dave Samuels on vibes and Don Alias on congas.
Most of the film’s score features pianist Wolff with a quartet that includes Alex Foster, John B. Williams and Dick Berk. The music follows the film’s plot and Wolff is careful not to intrude. Foster does a great job with his saxophone features; they’re portrayed in the film by Gregory Hines. Jazz, blues and gospel remain vital parts of the scenery. Bassist Williams plays his parts tastefully, while drummer Berk becomes too loud and obvious in places. It’s a film soundtrack with intended dynamics. Nice to see a jazz soundtrack with genuine roots performed tastefully and at the focus of attention.
Track Listing
Blues in Hoss
Personnel
Michael Wolff
pianoMichael Wolff- piano; John B. Williams, Ron Carter, Christian McBride- acoustic bass; Dick Berk, Lenny White, Tony Williams- drums; Alex Foster- tenor saxophone; Dave Samuels- vibraphone; Don Alias- percussion.
Album information
Title: The Tic Code Soundtrack | Year Released: 2000 | Record Label: Razor & Tie Entertainment