Stockton Helbing

Swimming In Place

2017-03-06

Another Solid Album by these guys. I really love the sounds these guys produce, especially after hearing some of the story behind the writing on these tracks. In doing some research Stockton Helbing wrote quite a few of these compositions from life experiences. But, really one thing which stood out to me, was when Stockton said "I wanted to push myself to grow as a musician and composer." The fact that he is always trying to get better, is a true testament to how their music continues to evolve, and to push themselves towards a direction of improvement and exploration. Loved it, check out tracks 1, 4, and 5 which were my favorites.

review by Matt

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Jazz

  • reviewed 11/2009

    IVAN "FUNKBOY" BODLEY
    PIGS FEET & POTTED MEAT

  • reviewed 05/2007

    Various Blue Note Artists
    Somethin’ New

  • reviewed 05/2015

    T-Bird And The Breaks
    Harmonizum

  • reviewed 01/2006

    L. ZIADE
    Project Chill: Memoirs of a Jazz Band

  • reviewed 05/2006

    Thievery Corporation
    Versions

  • reviewed 02/2009

    THE JAMES TAYLOR QUARTET
    New World

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.