Luna
Circle 9, 2023
9/10
The 6th album from the producer, composer, trombonist and arranger Doug Beavers, the 11 tracks here host many talented players for a Latin jazz fueled affair that’s packed with plenty of rhythm.
After the brief intro, “Tidal” emits dense trombone from Beavers, as Ivan Renta’s well timed sax helps complement the busy jazz climate, and “Reflejo del Sol” follows with Jerry Madera’s mesmerizing bass and Luisito Quintero’s lively percussion giving the mood a very global feel.
Further along, “Multicolores” makes great use of Jeremy Bosch’s expressive singing and Max Seigel’s strategic bass trombone, while the title track places Carlos Cascante on vocals, which is complemented by Gabriel Chakarji on keys for the cultured intimacy.
Deeper into the listen, “Flor de Lis” makes great use of Paul Bollenback’s fluid guitar playing amid the elegant horns, and “Sands Of Time” exits with Bosch and Ada Dyer’s dreamy voices and Joe Locke’s charming vibraphone acrobatics.
Beavers is a Grammy Winner and also a member of the globally adored Spanish Harlem Orchestra. and this soothing, exploratory and infectious body of work will appeal to jazz fans at every spot of the planet.
Travels well with: Matt Ulery- Mannerist; Nick Finzer- Dreams, Visions, Illusions