Exits
Dekatria, 2025
8/10
The Canadian guitarist Strat Andriotis returns with 2 different trio settings for 8 new tracks that explore his diverse jazz prowess.
The frisky “Dominions” starts the listen with Vincent Water’s precise drums complementing Andriotis’ glowing guitar progression, and “Far Away Tears” follows with Joel Banks’ charming bass lines that suit the warm guitar tone of the fluid delivery.
The middle track belongs to “Between You And I”, where Tom Altobelli handles bass for the introspective climate, while “While We Wait” comes with an infectious energy that includes Alex Karcza’s agile drumming.
“Will It Ever Be The Same” and “Exits” round out the record. The former pairs Andriotis’ intricate guitar with Altobelli’s bass acrobatics, and the latter is an animated and exciting finish that spotlights plenty of rhythm and timeless jazz dynamics that we could never tire of.
A highly versatile effort that’s unpredictable and exciting. Andriotis makes the most of his esteemed company for these creative and memorable jazz tunes.
Travels well with: Strat Andriotis- Night Manager; The Gabrielle Stravelli Trio- Beautiful Moons Ago