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Jay Danley: Ethio Jazz Volume One
ByFor better or worse, this installment isn't traditional enough to include keberos or idiophones; the lineup is a more traditionally Western mix of instruments, even if the pieces are quite exotic. Danley takes a couple expressive solos in spots like the contemplative "Green and Gold," though it's really an ensemble affair. A triple-horn team dashes off snazzy licks and smooth choruses, Rich Brown's electric bass keeps the place hopping, and some colorful Latin-jazz piano from Hilario Duran elevate spots like the spry "Getachew" to further playful heights.
The carnival continues for a bright and fun hour without letup. "Mulatu" weaves a smoky snake-charmer's daydream, while "An Emerald at the Bottom of the Ocean" suddenly drops us onto a Caribbean beach instead. Ethio-jazz is in good hands with such willing spirits to carry it into this century and make it approachable to all kinds of unfamiliar ears. Bring on volume two.
Track Listing
Aboota; Clean Water And A bag Of Rice; D.A.R.E.; An Emerald At The Bottom Of The Ocean; Getachew; Green And Gold; Mulatu; Sundial; The Marble Orchard; The Solace Of The Beating Heart; Waking Dream.
Personnel
Jay Danley
guitarJay Danley: guitar/composer; Elena Kapeleris: saxophone; Chris Gale: saxophone; Alexander Brown: trumpet; Max Senitt: drums; Adam Hay: percussion; Tyler Emond: bass; Hilario Duran: Piano; Rich Brown: bass.
Album information
Title: Ethio Jazz Volume One | Year Released: 2018 | Record Label: Self Produced
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