Live At The Speakeasy
Playtime, 2024
9/10
Listen to Live At The Speakeasy
A set of 10 tracks from the trumpeter and singer Augie Haas, each selection was captured in one take before a live audience in May of 2024.
“Jamo Rocks” starts the fun with Dick Sarpola’s playful bass before the bright brass enters with much energy, and “The Sound” follows with Hailey Brinnel’s quick scatting that suits the frisky drumming and rich sax prowess from Troy Roberts and Todd Groves.
“You Can Fly!” occupies the middle spot and showcases Rick Germanson’s fluid keys amid Haas’ glowing trumpet, while “I Put A Spell On You” features Kacie Sky’s soulful pipes and the textured horns that complement the precise rhythm section.
Close to the end, “Feelin’ Alright” comes with a charming intimacy, where the meticulous trumpet matches the cozy mood, and “Za Toba Pójde Jak Na Bal” exits with a festive demeanor and no lack of melody thanks to the dynamic interaction of the esteemed players.
A top notch jazz performance with excellent sound quality, whether this is your first time with Haas or you’ve been following along for a while, you’re going to be impressed with the blues nods, playful spins on classics and abundance of grooves.
Travels well with: Augie Haas- Have We Met?; Steve Elci & Friends- All Together Now