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- Artist: Paul Jordanous Ensemble
- Album: Kenny Quirky
- Label: Unsigned
- Year of Release: 2011
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on 2012-02-28 Michael_Morrison Said:
Most would agree most popular artists out there have something truly special to give to their fans. This goes above the typical attributes like raw talent, amazing songs, nice voice, or even a very marketable look, sound and image. There's something truly infectious at the core of these artists that simply makes us feel good when we listen to them. Whatever "it" is - they all seem to have "it".
Today I listened to the latest CD from Kingston (UK) based Paul Jordanous Jazz Ensemble (Kenny Quirky 2011). Venturing to their website and Internet presence it's a very professional presentation showing this is one band that has been doing all the right things for the last 10 years. From start to finish this CD from PJE is very pleasurable. It has a very striking, highly energetic feel to it although it is Trumpet driven Jazz and even dabbles in Fusion and Classical. Any fans of any of these musical styles will enjoy this latest release from PJE. Its clearly marketed for those who like a World Class Jazz Ensemble. I get the impression PJE is rolling with what they knows as performers. Favorite tracks include Strong: In Hindsight, Passing through, and The Squeeze Driver. All songs have an amazing feel that you cant help but groove to. Within each one of these compositions PJE pretty much lets it all hang out by finding their soul and delivers top flight musical mojo. The playing/performances/writing is spot on. The overall vibe is entertaining, passionate and thought provoking. Like the title implies - you never know what's waiting for you around the next corner.
For the record there are no weaknessess with this CD. I see PJE as a strong contender, an undiscovered diamond in the rough. As time goes by he will no doubt push this amazing music into other markets outside Europe and the UK. I am eager to hear what his next release will sound like. In close most famous artists out there have "it" I'm not so sure what it but the Paul Jordanous Ensemble have whatever "it" may be.
Michael Morrison
Edited by Cyrus Rhodes
Rating: 10/10
