Intermission
Self-Released, 2023
9/10
The 7th album from the Italian outfit Claudio Scolari Project, we’re again treated to Claudio Scolari (drums, synth programming), Daniele Cavalca (drums, live synth, rhodes, piano), Simone Scolari (trumpet) and Michele Cavalca’s (electric bass) experimental jazz ideas.
“Cannoli On Board” opens the listen with warm keys and light drumming, where playful brass enters the unpredictable climate, and “Croque Monsieur” follows with a quicker pace of driving and rock focused ideas that benefit from crashing drums and bouncy bass.
Further on, the 7+ minutes of “Don’t Look Back” finds a mesmerizing place to reside, where warm grooves enter the equation, while “Seven Four” spotlights the frisky keys amid agile drumming and soulful brass.
Approaching the ending, “Hidden In The Sand” pays close attention to atmosphere, where minimalist qualities are used strategically via the diverse drumming, and “Pullulation” exits with the lively rhythm section and well timed horns plus electronic gestures making for a stylish and memorable finish.
A listen with more emphasis on acoustic sounds and less reliance on electronics, CSP again impress us with their meticulous nature that emphasizes space and theatrics.
Travels well with: Dan Cavalca- Lights Of Red Island; Claudio Scolari Project- Cosmology