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Joey DeFrancesco: Goodfellas
ByThe trio’s best example of mixing the cauldron thoroughly is "O Solo Mio" with its ride cymbal and walking bass. Guitar and organ sound off effectively; the arrangement even includes a Basie ending. DeFrancesco’s Hammond B-3 is particularly hot on "Fly Me to the Moon," as the unit improvises on a familiar theme. Similarly, Frank Vignola swings heartily on most tracks; he’s particularly effective on the blues-based "Whack ‘em." Joe Ascione takes his share of fours and extended solos; the drummer’s steady driving force is particularly notable on "Malafemmena" with its hefty modified New Orleans shuffle beat. The title track is a tribute to another Philadelphia "godfather" – organist Jimmy Smith. One of DeFrancesco’s mentors and a favorite driving force all over the world, Smith has a way with the blues that won’t quit. The trio captures this mood quite well, swings with passion throughout the session, and does a bang-up job of bringin’ home the good-natured fun.
Track Listing
1. Speak Softly Love 2. Volare 3. Fly Me to the Moon 4. All the Way 5. Whack 'Em 6. Mala Femmena 7. Young at Heart 8. O Solo Mio 9. Evidence 10. Goodfellas 11. Ya See What I'm Sayin? 12. Whack 'Em [Reprise]/Tarentella
Personnel
Joey DeFrancesco
organ, Hammond B3Joey DeFrancesco- Hammond B-3 organ; Frank Vignola- guitar; Joe Ascione- drums.
Album information
Title: Goodfellas | Year Released: 2003 | Record Label: Concord Music Group
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About Joey DeFrancesco
Instrument: Organ, Hammond B3
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