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VA – Nicola Conte Presents Viaggio [Far Out Recordings]
Viaggio” Vol 1 is the new compilation curated by DJ/Guitarist and producer Nicloa Conte. The album is filled with forgotten gems from 60s/70s Brazilian bossa nova to experimental jazz. The music is based on recordings from the vaults of Italian Library music. Brazilian pianist Amedeo Tommasi figures prominently here among others. The opening track “Brazilla” features Tommasi’s skills as a pianist and a composer on a swinging modal tune. Another impressive pianist, Max Rocci unleashes a flurry of melodies on top of a funky modal jazz groove on “Colorombo”. Speaking of funk, The Swingers are an Italian Jazz funk group from the seventies that specializes in sixties swing. “Depressione” is the essence of cool, a haunting fender rhodes driving the groove on top a simmering hi hat. Nicola Conte has cemented himself as a trusted soul who knows quality recordings and where to find them. There’s no doubt there’s more to come from the vaults. I for one can’t wait for that. Simply another quality recording from the Far Out label
Nicola Conte – Umoja [Far Out Recordings]
“Umoja”, the latest lp from Nicola Conte is a blissful amalgam of spiritual jazz, Brazilian and African rhythms. Conte continues his ascension from a DJ/Producer to a guitarist and bandleader. There’s an array of superb musicians on board that give these recordings wings to soar. Vocalist Zara MacFarland graces two of the twelve tracks here. “Arise” and “Freedom & Progress” The latter is a sublime tune that captures the essence of Afro soul and Brazilian rhythms. “Into The Light of Love” is another winner that brims with rumbling percussion and features the vocals of Myles Sanko. “Umoja Unity” is an adventurous fusion of jazz and samba rhythms. Pianist Pietro Lussu injects an enormous amount of energy in a short amount of time. The track builds and flows organically while the melodies linger long after the song has finished. All the compositions here were recorded in one or two takes. The result is another marvelous recording worthy of repeated listens.