DAVID WIATROLIK

Dave and the Gin Mill Gypsies

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

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Jazz

  • reviewed 12/2013

    Mike Longo And The New York State Of The Art Jazz Ensemble
    Live From New York

  • reviewed 12/2005

    DAN BARASZU
    Nightfall

  • reviewed 03/2011

    JAMBALAYA BRASS BAND
    IT'S A JUNGLE OUT THERE

  • reviewed 05/2006

    Dr. John Hair & New Connections
    When The Spirit Gets You!

  • reviewed 07/2011

    R/E/D/S
    Sign of Four

  • reviewed 06/2006

    Dr. John
    Mercernary

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.