"City of Dreams" is a captivating nu jazz album by Italian guitarist and composer Lorenzo Cominoli, released on May 18, 2017, under the Abeat label. Collaborating with renowned musicians Max De Aloe on saxophone and Attilio Zanchi on double bass, Cominoli crafts a sonic journey that pays tribute to the late saxophonist Garrison Fewell. The album is a heartfelt homage, featuring mostly original compositions that reflect the deep musical connections shared among the trio and Fewell.
Spanning 46 minutes across 10 tracks, "City of Dreams" offers a rich tapestry of contemporary jazz, blending intricate melodies, rhythmic complexity, and soulful improvisations. The album opens with "Beatrice," a piece that sets the tone for the introspective and evocative journey ahead. Tracks like "Hearing Things" and "Insatiable" showcase the trio's dynamic interplay, while "Dance of Moroccan Veil" and "City of Dreams" infuse global influences into their sound. The album concludes with "Are You Afraid of the Dark?", leaving the listener with a sense of closure and reflection.
Recorded live in Pordenone, Italy, at the Kristalia Club, the album captures the raw energy and spontaneity of the performance. Cominoli's guitar work shines throughout, complemented by De Aloe's expressive saxophone and Zanchi's solid bass lines. "City of Dreams" is a testament to the power of collaboration and the enduring legacy of musical friendship.
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