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Binding: Audio CDEAN: 0053361314026 Label: Heads Up Manufacturer: Heads Up MPN: 3140 Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Heads Up Release Date: May 20, 2008 Studio: Heads Up Editorial Review: Album Description: "Esperanza," bassist/vocalist/composer Esperanza Spalding's debut on Heads Up International, is set for worldwide release on May 20, 2008. Armed with uncanny instrumental chops, a siren voice that spans three languages, and composing and arranging skills that weave together the best elements of the old-school with the progressive, this 23-year-old has crafted a debut album that takes a completely fresh and refreshing approach to jazz by borrowing from the rich traditions of soul, pop, world music and so much more. Esperanza is joined in the studio by a crew of A-list session players, including flamenco guitar virtuoso Niño Josele, percussionist Jamey Haddad, drummer Horacio "El Negro" Hernández, saxophonist Donald Harrison and several other seasoned talents - all of whom collectively serve as further evidence of the kind of creative energy and magnetism that she radiates. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Nice groove. This is an extremely talented young woman. Her writing is interesting, her bass sound is rich and strong and her voice is enchanting. The music doesn't really swing. It is not bebop at all. There is a very nice 5/4 arrangement of Body and Soul en Espanol. Hip Latin rhythms and unusual forms make this an extraordinary recording. She is a soulful, sincere musician, and although this is a little on the pop side for my personal taste, there is some serious musical value. Good recording makes ... Read More Rating: - Esperanza is a Great AccomplishmentI heard an interview with the artist Esperanza Spalding on NPR. I made a point of going onto Amazon and listening to the samples. I was impressed. This cd is Hot!! I love Spanish and Portuguese music anyway, but Ms. Spalding's cd is refreshing and fun. I've shared the cd with friends and family and they were equally impressed. A Must Buy for any jazz, latin music lover collection. Rating: - An Incredible talentI first read about Esperanza Spalding in "Bass Player Magazine". She received a full scholarship to Berklee School of Music at 17 years of age and now teaches there. My first thought was "nobody can be that talented". I stand corrected. She plays unbelieveable bass lines, sings like an angel and is drop dead gorgeous. It's rapidly become my favorite CD. Rating: - Excellent new jazz voiceThe last time a jazz singer captivated me like this was Norah Jones. Great jazz voice with the chops to play a mean bass. She swings easily between ballads and upbeat, lyrical songs. You can feel the smile on her face in her music. She is one of the great finds of 2008. Rating: - Music For Music LoversThis is one of those recordings that comes along once in a long time. Although it is a latin jazz recording, it is so good that it transcends style. This is music made, simply, for people who love music. If you love music, of whatever kind, pick this up. If you don't love music, and wish to go on not loving music, avoid this recording. |
