A Coincidence Of Cats
Andros, 2022
8/10
Listen to A Coincidence Of Cats
The composer and musician Andy Adamson brings his diverse piano skills to this jazz and fusion focused listen, where Ross Huff handles trumpet and flugelhorn, Dan Bennett plays sax, Jonathan Taylor sits behind the drum kit and bass is expertly delivered by Brennan Andes.
The title track opens the listen with playful bass and firm keys, as the proficient drumming makes an indelible impression across the 7+ minutes of soulful sax and dreamy moments, and “Sagres By The Sea” flows with a more intimate approach of rich textures that weave in and out of elegance and warmth.
“Hummingbird” and “Lament” land in the middle, where the former emits a powerful tone of cautiousness that benefits from frisky brass, while the latter glows with a very emotive quailty that showcases the mature piano prowess.
Near the end, “Morning Star” illustrates superb chemistry between the quintet in a radiant landscape and “Triplet” exits the listen amid a more cinematic quality that bounces with a charm that could soundtrack a spy flick.
Inspiration for the 6 tracks comes from travel and the natural world, as Adamson and company make for an energetic, emotional and driving execution.
Travels well with: David Larsen- G2 And You; Kenny Shanker- Vortex