Solo
Moondo, 2021
8/10
A revered Brazilian guitarist, Ricardo Silveira makes quite an impression on this first solo album, where his love for jazz and rock music are present and appreciated as much atmosphere and even romantic moods unfold.
“Rio Texas” starts the listen as Silveira’s stunning guitar work flows with both beauty and meticulousness that shimmers with warmth, and “Preciso Aprender A Ser Só” follows with his timeless craft displaying a keen sense of melody.
In the middle, “Luiza” emits a contemplative spirit amid a hypnotic delivery, while “My Romance” is indeed a romantic venture into subdued and stirring song craft. “Noite Clara”, one of the album’s best, then illustrates much skill in the area of Latin jazz ideas as Silveira amazes us with his inimitable vision.
“Eu e Brisa” and “Amazon Secrets” exit the listen, where the former is a sublime and gentle, and the latter glides swiftly, with strong attention to detail as Silveira finishes as strong as he started.
Silveira has spent much time in America playing with Randy Brecker and Bill Frisell, among others, and he brings that experience to his Brazilian roots on this groove filled and very well thought out debut on his own.
Travels well with: Mike Scott- Collecting Things; Henry Robinett Quartet- Jazz Standards Volume 2: Then Again