Martin Lijauco, Author at 2MBS Fine Music Sydney

CD Review – Polymorphic Orkestra

Barry O'Sullivan CD Reviews Jazz

This excitingly cool trio has delivered a recording that embraces and experiments with a plethora of instrument sounds, samples, textures, and grooves in a pleasingly unhurried way.

CD Review – Modern Ideal

Barry O'Sullivan CD Reviews Jazz

The trio plays with a joyful abandon that one wishes there was more of in jazz these days, harking back to the days of Wes Montgomery and Charlie Christian, when it was played for pure entertainment. But don’t be misled! Modern Ideal has its place in today’s jazz scene and its future.

CD Review – Fools Rush In

Barry O'Sullivan CD Reviews Jazz

An accomplished vocalist and songwriter, Rebekka Neville has created a recording evoking memories of much-loved past jazz performances by Vince Jones that have blended with memories of the enjoyment of being in natural outdoor surroundings.

CD Review – Dream of Life

Barry O'Sullivan CD Reviews Jazz

Emma Pask has delivered a vocal assemblage that is truly representative of her career so far. The arrangements of mostly standards afford her a plush sonic environment, allowing her to utilise her complex scatting, the rigors of improvisation and invention that is very much her forte.

CD Review – Hike

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Shattered CircuitsBandcamp5 starsReviewed by Keith PettigrewWhat did we all do during COVID lockdowns to maintain our sense of perspective? More...

CD Review – Front and Center

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It is thoughtful jazz; something you can listen to at any time. Tracks range from what is gentle and good for the soul, to tracks with the brass band sound, and some that are downright funky.

CD Review – Flor

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US singer/lyricist Gretchen Parlato’s outstanding 2021 release Flor comprises a set of pieces performed on her 2018 tour of Australia and New Zealand; some Brazilian bossa, some tunes reflecting her focus on motherhood and her own inner child, and an interpretation of a J S Bach minuet.

CD Review – Forever Like This

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Wadey is songwriter and vocalist on an album of delightful original compositions. From the first track, If Only, the album’s tone is set to capture the affinity between the instrumentalist’s music and Wadey’s voice.

CD Review – Forest Field

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What’s not to love about this album? A ten-piece orchestra of mainly young musicians, who since their debut album five years ago have developed into a tight outfit full of life and energy and as musically accomplished and engaging as any big band anywhere.

CD Review – Shake That Thing

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Geoff Power’s Great Gatsby OrchestraBandcamp4.5 starsReviewed by Jeannie McInnesWhat’s not to love about this album? A ten-piece orchestra of mainly...