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  | BARTENDERS ~ SKANKIN` TO THE JAZZ
FOR TUNE 0165 (Barcode: 5906395808816) ~ POLAND ~ Jazz-Pop Fusion
Recorded: 2022 Released: 2023
This is the 4th album by the Polish ensemble BartendersFind albums by this artist, a nonet combining Jamaican Ska / Reggae influences with Jazz arrangements. The album presents eleven tracks, ten of which were composed by the ensemble members, and one is by Polish / Jewish composer and early Jazz musician Jakub KaganFind albums by this artist, who died in the Warsaw ghetto.
Although definitely on the lighter side of the Jazz spectrum, the music features excellent Jazzy arrangements, perfectly and intelligently performed by the eight instrumentalists and the lead singer Jakub KaczmarekFind albums by this artist. The lyrics are mostly in Polish but sometimes also in English. Pianist Andrzej MikulskiFind albums by this artist plays some truly inspiring Fender Rhodes parts, and the brass section sounds funky and always right on the money. All the songs offer highly melodic and nontrivial arrangements, which are a reflection of the ensemble members’ professionalism, dedication and rich experience.
Overall, this is a most entertaining piece of music, which does not compromise any aesthetic values in order to stay accessible to a wide audience and offer a truly delightful listening (well, dancing as well) experience. Great music for a festive party, definitely recommended to Jazz listeners, who are able to take their head out of their behind ;)
| | Updated: 16/12/2023Posted: 16/12/2023 | CD 1 Digipak Recommend To A Friend |
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