2014-03-26
From the Dazzle Recordings website: "Award winning guitarist, songwriter, and producer David Wiatrolik presents a collection of vocal jazzpop songs .... This album of original music had deep American roots, catchy melodies and is performed by strong players who know how to swing.... This music strives to make jazz accessible once again with just the right balance of musicality and edge."
Lots to like in a range from Dixieland through light Bop and smooth jazz, though I'd prefer more edge and less smooth. Sometimes he seems to channel Al Jarreau ... and sometimes Squirrel Nut Zippers. Wide range of tempos to choose from.
--Gerald Etkind
JEFF COFFIN MU'TET
Mutopia
Joel Frahm with Brad Mehldau
Don't Explain
LUCIANA SOUZA
The New Bossa Nova
Various Artists
Monterey Jazz Festival 50th Anniversary All-Stars
WILLE BOBO
Lost and Found
BURT BACHARACH
At ThisTime
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