Steppin Out Tonight
Lost World, 2025
8/10
The veteran musician Christopher Dean and his esteemed band return with their 6th album on the Lost World label, where plenty of diverse ideas unfold across the 14 well crafted tunes.
The frisky energy of “My Road Is Rough And Rocky” opens with Carl Snyder’s playful keys alongside Dean’s distinct voice and rhythmic guitar, and “Serves Me Right To Suffer” follows with Arcellus Sykes’ playful bass that complements the retro rock ideas.
Further along, “You Are The Reason” welcomes Joshua Colon’s cozy bass alongside the smooth guitar and poetic singing, while “Party Like Back In The Day” is indeed playful, where Steve Lombardelli’s animated keys and well timed horns suit the bouncy rhythm section.
Arriving close to the end, “Thank You For Letting Me Know” comes with soulfulness and a beat that’s dance friendly, and “She’s Gone” exits with Dave Hollingsworth’s mesmerizing drums that suit the nostalgic, boogie mood.
An eclectic outing that uses soft rock, samba, blues and gospel to his advantage, Dean and his company are never short on grooves, melody and timelessness.
Travels well with: The Christopher Dean Band- Need A Friend; Shawn Pittman- Make It Right!