Somos
Alternativa Representa, 2024
8/10
The esteemed Mexican-American vocalist Julia Vari enlists the Latin Grammy nominated Negroni’s Trio for these 7 standards that are sung in 4 different languages.
José Negroni’s warm keys open up the rich and expressive “La Bikini”, where Vari’s expressive pipes soar, and “Nature Boy” follows with Nomar Negroni’s fluid drumming that suits the cultured singing of the melodic climate.
In the middle, “Song For My Father” showcases lively scatting amid the firm bouts of bright jazz song craft, while “Noche de Ronda” finds itself in sublime intimacy, where the graceful keys match Vari’s gorgeous pipes.
The final 2 tracks don’t disappoint either, where “C’est Si Bon” is a frisky moment that welcomes Rafael Valencia’s skilled bass, and “Historia de Un Amor” exits with a distinct dreaminess that carries a cozy and stylish demeanor.
A fun but also cautious listen that can swing just as it can retreat to vulnerable moments, Vari and Negroni’s Trio make for a worldly and charming set of interpretations.
Travels well with: Sarah McKenzie- Without You; Yuka Mito- Love In The City