A Breath Of Fresh Air
TCR, 2025
9/10
Listen to A Breath Of Fresh Air
The GRAMMY-Nominated jazz pianist Sean Mason returns with a 2nd album as leader, where Tony Glausi, Chris Lewis, Felix Moseholm and Domo Branch are along for the jazz fun.
“Rediscovery” opens with Mason’s distinct keys alongside Lewis’ playful sax and Branch’s frisky drums, and “Secrets” follows with Moseholm’s animated bass lines that suit Glausi’s rich trumpet.
“Boneback” and “Open Your Heart” land in the middle. The former is melodic and infectious thanks to the charming rhythm section and colorful horn, while the latter emits a heartfelt mood via the intimate sax and light atmosphere.
Close to the end, the upbeat and exciting “Capital J” is tailor made for the dance floor, and “Kiss Me” exits with a cautious and textured finish that’s sophisticated and timeless.
A record that can swing with much charm just as it can retreat to soulful moments, there is a sonically adventurous take on jazz here that you can’t not admire.
Travels well with: Emmet Cohen- Vibe Provider; Christian McBridge’s New Jawn- Prime