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8/10
An exceptional trio consisting of Tyler Giroux (piano), Matt Niedbalski (drums) and Dylan Perrillo (bass), as GNP they’ve got a long history playing together, and that chemistry certainly is present and appreciated across these 10 animated tunes.
“Rise And Grind” leads the listen with upbeat and playful keys as the bouncy bass and frisky drumming enter the lively climate, and “Dream Visions” follows with a calmer pace of cautious and warm melodies that flow with elegance.
“Prolepsis” occupies the middle spot and meshes the plucked bass, firm keys and light drumming with much attention to detail, while “JC” focuses on Niedbalshi in a dizzying display of drum acrobatics that you can’t help but admire. Later in the track, the bass and keys complement the mood with timeless jazz sensibilities.
“Scrubs” and “But Not For Me” exit the listen, where the former is gentle, rich and glowing in restraint, and the latter showcases the trio’s respective talents with a charming, melodic and very fun finish that you could dance to.
Consisting of 9 originals and a Gershwin cover (“But Not For Me”), GNP certainly know their way around a jazz tune you won’t soon forget, and let’s hope there’s more on the horizon soon.
Travels well with: James Gilmore- Decorating Time; Lauren Lee- Queen Of Cups