Crossing Paths
© Copyright-Alec Berlin
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Record Label: Alec Berlin
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Guitarist Alec Berlin's debut recording spans the groove spectrum from Blakey-esque swing to Rock, weaving high-intensity improvisation together with catchy melodies.
Featuring Blake Linderg on Drums, Stephan Crump on electric and acoustic bass, and Andrew Rathbun on tenor saxophone, "Crossing Paths" includes 8 original compositions and one standard.
"I wanted to put together a project that reflected all of my interests," says Berlin, "and this meant including some hard-hitting, rock pieces next to tunes that fit more neatly into the category of Jazz. Fortunately I was able to find players who were stylistically adept enough to handle the different vehicles I threw at them."
From the be-bop of "I Remember Who?" to the anthemic rock of "Decisions," "Crossing Paths" sizzles with energy from start to finish!
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virtuosity at its finest
author: Mustafa
i think george benson would be proud of berlin's fascinating manipulation of the guitar.
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WORLDCLASS MODERN JAZZ
author: Jimmy Prav
RIGHT UP THERE WITH MIKE STERN,SCOFIELD AND BILL FRISELL WITH AN ORIGINAL TWIST AS WELL!!!
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An amazing masterpiece!
author: William Daroff
From the be-bop of "I Remember Who?" to the anthemic rock of "Decisions," "Crossing Paths" sizzles with energy from start to finish!
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The perfect primer...
author: Drew Harteveld
Berlin's well-worn style suggests a breadth of experience and musical wisdom that belies his young age and thus far generally catastrophe-free life. Crossing Paths is a joy for the jazz junkie, but also a great primer in the geography of the genre for anyone just beginning to explore jazz. For jazz and blues newbies, Berlin's Crossing Paths is the perfect primer.
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