Andreas Oberg – Six String Evolution (2010/2017) [FLAC 24bit/44,1kHz]

For his sophomore release with Resonance Records, Swedish guitarist, songwriter, and producer Andreas Öberg presents “Six String Evolution”. Featuring John Patitucci on bass, Lewis Nash on drums, Dave Kikoski on keys, and Darmon Meader on sax and vocals, this is an ear-charming mix of smooth jazz, ballads and funk, with hints of Latin influences.

Guitarist Andreas Oberg’s lean and uncomplicated style is attractive to followers of the instrument in contemporary jazz circles to the point where he can command attention from many formidable players accompanying him. This star-studded album finds Oberg in great company, as it features drummer Lewis Nash, bassist John Patitucci, keyboardist David Kikoski, and some lesser knowns. The surprise addition is Darmon Meader from the New York Voices, not singing, but playing the tenor saxophone in a very competent, post-Michael Brecker style. Musically, Oberg is comfortable in fun funk, pop-jazz, or neo-bop settings, all heard on this diverse CD within a framework/showcase for his estimable talents. The ensemble covers pop tunes by Michael Sembello, Gino Vanelli, and Stevie Wonder, as well as the Les McCann/Gene McDaniels evergreen “Compared to What” with a switched-up beat. But it is on the merry montuno-to-neo-bop cover of the Pancho Sanchez composition “Papa Gato” where Kikoski and Oberg cut loose, while they join together on the bright Geoff Keezer-penned “Madame Grenouille.” In Brazilian tones with his acoustic guitar, or alongside the pleasant and formidable Meader, Oberg proves compatible in styles that are more commercial, yet artistic. He’s a work in progress, making inroads on developing a personal approach, and a player to watch for 2010 and beyond.

Tracklist:

01 – Papa Gato
02 – Madame Grenouille
03 – We’ll Be Together Again
04 – Archibald’s Dance
05 – From the Bottom of My Heart
06 – Meu Bom Velho (My Dear Sir)
07 – Brother to Brother
08 – Amar a Maria (to Love Maria)
09 – Compared to What?
10 – Dawn Ballad
11 – Maniac

Produced by George Klabin. Engineered by Dave Kowalski.
Recorded in November 2009 at Bennett Studios, Englewood, NJ.
Additional recording and all Mixing at Rising Jazz Stars Studios, Beverly Hills, CA.
Mixed by George Klabin and Joe Donofrio.
2xHD was created by producer/studio owner André Perry and audiophile sound engineer René Laflamme.
44.1 kHz / 24-bit PCM – 2xHD Studio Masters.

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