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Ulysses Owens, Jr. and Generation Y: A New Beat
ByThe inception of this outing is deeply rooted in Owens Jr.'s dedication to mentorship and his foresight in fostering the upcoming wave of jazz talents. His collaboration with Generation Y is portrayed as a lifelong commitment to growth and learning within the music sphere. Marking a four-year partnership, the album highlights the talents of emerging artists such as Erena Terakubo, Sarah Hanahan, Anthony Hervey, and Benny Benack III, reflecting Owens Jr.'s expansive development as a musician.
Recorded in the historic Rudy Van Gelder studio in Englewood, NJ, the musicality draws inspiration from jazz legends such as Mulgrew Miller, Roy Hargrove, and Jackie McLean among other notables. It seeks to occupy the space left by these titans with a quintet which exudes soul and blues. The opening track "Sticks" pays homage to the Adderley Brothers' jazz legacy. At the same time, other pieces such as "Better Days," "London Towne," and "Soulful" contribute to the album's narrative of tribute and innovation. The inclusion of "Heart Full of Rhythm," featuring Milton Suggs' soul-blues vocal, and the concluding track "Chicken An' Dumplings" epitomize Owens Jr.'s knack of blending traditional jazz elements with modern sounds. A New Beat stands as a celebration of jazz's rich history, its vibrant present, and promising future, delivered with an infusion of energy, talent, and profound respect for the genre's roots.
Track Listing
Sticks; Better Days; London Towne; Until I See You Again; Soulful; Heart Full Of Rhythm; Bird Lives; Helen's Song.
Personnel
Ulysses Owens, Jr.
drumsUlysses Owens
drumsSarah Hanahan
saxophone, altoErena Terakubo
saxophone, altoBenny Benack III
trumpetAnthony Hervey
trumpetTyler Bullock
pianoPhilip Norris
bassMilton Suggs
vocalsLuther Allison
pianoRyoma Takenaga
bassAlbum information
Title: A New Beat | Year Released: 2024 | Record Label: Cellar Records
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