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Horatio Luna – Action Reaction [La Sape]
If you didn’t know it already I’m here to tell you that Horatio Luna is one of the premier bassists on the scene today. He’s one of many talented musicians who have emerged from Australia in recent years. The Melbourne native has the gift of groove and knows how to apply it to every recording he appears on. Luna’s latest, “Action Reaction” is packed with funky bangers where the groove works its way up from your feet to your hips. Before you know it everyone is getting their groove on. There’s plenty of bangers to choose from. The aptly titled “Spicy” is fueled by wicked synths layered over an infectious groove. Jake Amy and Brad Ballard take turns displaying their proficiency with funky synth arrangements throughout the album. “The Win” is a simmering House tune aided by Hugo Turudija’s seductive Tenor melodies. “Rectify”, a tribute to Moodymann, is chilled out cosmic jazz with a hypnotic groove. Six years removed from his debut, Luna delivers with a sophomore release that provides immediate satisfaction.
Yako Trio – Woven [Fair Weather Friends Records]
“Woven” is the latest release from the Yako trio featuring Harris Lambrakis & Wylie. They’re led by pianist Leandros Pasias, Vangelis Vrachnos on double bass and drummer Giorgos Klountzos. The trio had set their sights on a quintet project and their vision had come to light. They come out the gate swinging hard on “Mr McCoy”. Pianist Leandros Pasias is a force with a deft touch while Lambrakis unleashes breezy flurries on the Ney, an ancient Middle Eastern flute. “Speaking Voice” is a meditative burner infused by the warm keys from Pastas. Wylie switches to alto and along with Lambrakis create gorgeous melodies. The enchanting tone of the Ney aligned with the emotive rhythms of the horn have created a unique sound. The result is an engaging release and a new chapter for the trio to explode.
https://fwfrecords.bandcamp.com/album/yako-trio-harris-lambrakis-james-wylie-woven
Arthur Melo – Mirantes Emocionais [Wonderfulsound]
Arthur Melo, a Brazilian composer, guitarist and singer returns after a three year hiatus. Backed by his band O Ministerio da Consciencia, the new album “Mirantes Emocionais” pays homage to Melo’s heroes of the 70 & 80s, specifically Milton Nascimento. In addition, the album has plenty of film refernces as he’s studied film and is a fan of the great Director Brian De Palma. Melo’s feathery vocals float over the percussive electric guitar driven “Dama da Noite”. The psychedelic “Principios Organizadores” simmers with electric and acoustic guitar rhythms. Dante Batista Ribeiro’s playing on the sitar adds another layer of flavor to the recording. “Saidas” is a blissful acoustic tune enhanced by the gentle brushes from drummer Theodora Viana. Produced by Kassim, “Mirantes Emocionais” is a superb recording that recalls the past while applying new ideas from the present.
https://wonderfulsound.bandcamp.com/album/mirantes-emocionais