Enrico Degli Antoni

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Andrea Balestra: Trinity

by Jim Worsley
October 15, 2020

Coming in waves of different sizes, strengths, and motions, “Shape of the Oceans" pulsates with Andrea Balestra's guitar riffs buoyantly cast out to sea. The Balestra composition is anchored by drummer Phillip Major Willis, who surges through the tide. Changing course with “Reckless Abandonment," an upward boogie leads the rhythm section to lay it wide open for Balestra to ignite with full fury. The tune then slides into a graceful passage that brings the juggernaut to a stylish close. This ...