![]() The title tune," The Space In Between" has a melody which reminds me a little of saxophonist Billy Harper's music, in that it's a compact, intense melody that repeats with urgency.Īirto is another guest on "Carrot Juice." The master percussionist does some great atmospheric sounds and vocals while Gwizdala improvises. Musically, it's in chillout mode, but Wamble's singing is very soulful. "Twice" is a slow, postmodern bluesy tune featuring guest vocalist Doug Wamble. His playing here is reminiscent of Jack Dejohnette, but with a bit more fire. The track eventually moves into a jazzier mode, with drummer JoJo I would describe the track" Bethany" as driving music! Miller strums away, while Gwizdala plays a soaring melody in tenor register. ![]() Saxophonist Bob Reynolds has a pretty tone and takes a nice solo on the way out. Guitarist Tim Miller creates expansive textures and spare, thoughtful contrast to Gwizdala's intensity. He's got a lot of chops and a lot of flowing, lyrical ideas. ![]() Gwizdala solos might make you think of Pat Metheny if he was a bass player. "To Begin", the opening track, starts with the ethereal trumpet of Audun Waage and Gwizdala playing low and sparsely, perfect for a film noire soundtrack. It's all about sound-scapes and unhurried themes. This new CD is as wide open as the Wyoming sky. Gwizdala's previous work as a bandleader was either more funky, jam bandish stuff, or very heady compositional New York modern jazz. Gwizdala's latest recording is called The Space In Between the title, judging from first listen, is quite apropos.
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