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Other than a Christmas album and a greatest-hits collection, we haven't heard anything new from contemporary jazz saxophonist
since his successful 2007 date
(though recording somewhat infrequently has been a
trademark).
, his first date for
, is not only full of new tunes in a diverse array, but hosts an impressive cast of band and guest players, as well. Produced by
and
, the set kicks off with the euphoric jazz-funk groover
featuring
on lead guitar,
on rhythm,
handling the synths and programming,
on drums,
on percussion, and a three-piece horn section adding to
's alto. It's followed by the lithe, nocturnal, sensual funk that is
with
playing tenor in concert with
.
with its breezy pop Caribbean sheen, features
. duetting;
handles the guitar chores as well.
provides a serviceable vocal on a cover of
with the tune's original hitmaker
guesting on trumpet; the latter's version wins, hands down.
helps out on two solid cuts here in
and what is sure to be a format smash in
that also includes the four-piece horn section. There's an uncharacteristic contemporary jazz-blues in
on vocals and acoustic guitar; he also appears on the uplifting, 21st century take on jazzy Big Easy R&B in
laying the N.O. tradition on thick with his trumpet. Why two small group ballads were chosen to close the set is questionable, but the brief
is a nice outro. Given how seamlessly the rest of this fits together,
is no doubt one of the most ambitious recordings in
's catalog. ~ Thom Jurek