Dive into the sultry and sophisticated world of Eric Marienthal's "Sweet Talk," a captivating journey through the realms of smooth jazz, jazz fusion, and cool jazz. Released in 2003 under Peak Records, this album is a testament to Marienthal's mastery of the alto saxophone and his ability to create a rich, immersive musical experience. With a runtime of 46 minutes, "Sweet Talk" is a collection of 11 meticulously crafted tracks that showcase Marienthal's versatility and musical prowess.
The album opens with "Uptown," a lively and upbeat track that sets the tone for the rest of the album. "Secrets" follows, a sultry and seductive number that highlights Marienthal's smooth and sultry saxophone playing. "All I Am" is a powerful and introspective track that showcases Marienthal's range as a musician, while "Moonlight" is a dreamy and ethereal number that transports the listener to another world.
"Tell Me Something Good" is a funky and upbeat track that will get your feet tapping, while "Sweet Talk" is a sultry and seductive number that showcases Marienthal's smooth and sultry saxophone playing. "Mist Trail" is a dreamy and ethereal number that transports the listener to another world, while "Caprichosa" is a lively and upbeat track that showcases Marienthal's versatility as a musician.
"Nickel Plated" is a powerful and introspective track that showcases Marienthal's range as a musician, while "Like A River" is a dreamy and ethereal number that transports the listener to another world. The album closes with "Laguna," a powerful and introspective track that showcases Marienthal's range as a musician.
Throughout the album, Marienthal is joined by Jeff Lorber on keyboards, drum programming, and synth bass, with arrangements by both Marienthal and Lorber. The result is a seamless blend of smooth jazz, jazz fusion, and cool jazz that is sure to captivate and enchant. Whether you're a longtime fan of Eric Marienthal or a newcomer to his music, "Sweet Talk" is an album that is sure to delight and inspire.
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