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Layla by Karl Latham

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Album Title: Living Standards II
Dropzonejazz Records
Released: 2024

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About the Album

"As leader, Latham often lets his band mates take the reins as he funks and sensually glides the groove along, but his practically tribal 50 second solo at the start of the breakneck speeded “Layla” is an infectious, ear-popping delight." JW Vibe “Living Standards II” is Karl Latham’s fifth album release as a leader. He is a formidable drummer who propels these standard rock songs forward with zest and excitement. This idea of bending rock songs into a jazzy transformation is a working concept. It features this drummer in his prime and gives his talented band members the freedom to add creativity and improv to the project. For example, on the Clapton and Gordon tune “Layla” they reinvent the rock anthem in a very jazz-oriented way. Henry Hey soaks up the spotlight on piano. It’s amazing how this band keeps the roots of these tunes solid, while exploring the songs like a botanist explores flowers and studies plants. This album is a sweet bouquet of surprises. It will be available for public consumption on January 17, 2025" Making a Scene

Tracks

Break On Through (To the Other Side): Rock and Roll Woman; What Is And What Should Never Be; Layla; Matte Kudasai; Magic Carpet Ride ; Carry On, Part I; Carry On, Part II.

Personnel

Additional Personnel

Mark Egan: fretless bass.

Reviews

Living Standards II by Glenn Astarita

Date featured

January 23, 2025

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