The Body Is Only Light
ears & eyes, 2024
8/10
Listen to The Body Is Only Light
The saxophonist and composer Carlo Muscat has been making a name for himself on the European jazz scene, and here he’s joined by Kostiantyn Ionenko and Dmytro Lytvynenko for songs that address strength, determination, and hope.
“Totoro” starts the listen with Muscat’s flowing sax alongside the crisp drums from Lytvynenko and Ionenko’s frisky bass, and “Monochrome Tales” follows with a gentle approach of warm song craft.
Halfway through, the title track carries a soulful quality via the rich sax and light bass, while “Conspiracy” bops and shakes with an infectious energy thanks to Muscat’s animated sax and the lively rhythm section.
“Everyone Looks Happy” arrives late and recruits plenty of grooves in the stylish climate, and “Lyra’s Sonnet” exits with the trio interacting with grace alongside much attention to detail.
A very thoughtful and lyrical effort, Muscat and companies hard bop and post bop bouts sure are appreciated across the timeless jazz qualities.
Travels well with: Rodrigo Dominguez- Bicho Bolita; Igor Lumpert Quartet- Resistance Of The Earth