Moments
MK, 2025
8/10
The inimitable jazz singer, Melissa Kassel, is joined by Tom Zicarelli, Bruce Gertz, Gary Fieldman and Phil Grenaidier for these 10 originals that touch on love, nature and the beauty of life.
“Lullabye” leads with pensive keys from Zicarelli, as Kassel’s gorgeous voice guides the emotive delivery, and “Dancing” will indeed get your body moving to the frisky bass from Gertz and Fieldman’s lively drumming.
The middle track belongs to “Spring Forth Joy”, where Kassel’s animated singing suits the upbeat mood and Grenadier’s well timed trumpet, while “Glow Of Your Love” is a romantic moment that allows for powerful singing alongside the intimate balladry.
“Morning Breeze” and the title track exit the listen. The former is a breezy moment of elegance and warmth, and the latter carries a soulfulness and expressiveness via the cautious keys and sincere storytelling that’s gripping.
This is Kassel’s 2nd album, and it welcomes melancholy, swinging moments, adventurousness and even haunting ideas to a timeless and memorable jazz affair.
Travels well with: Marilyn Kleinberg- Lead Your Heart Lead The Way; Liz Cole- I Want To Be Happy