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
THE SOULJAZZ ORCHESTRA
Rising Sun
Various Artists
Upstairs at Larry's: Lawrence Welk Uncorked
Katie Melua
Call Off the Search
GINGER KWAN
Kwantum Leap
Babatunde Lea
Level of Intent
KEN CLARK ORGAN TRIO
Mutual Respect
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