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Jamie Pregnell: Sleepy Town
By"Rover" continues in a contemplative mood, this time with a more contemporary rubato feel. "Moon" is bright and upbeat, with especially active time keeping from Vanderwal's drums in an interesting groove. Bass and drums play a duet for an extended break, too, making it a rhythm section feature. "Eighties" rides along atop an insistent eight-note bass pulse. "Early Life" concludes the set with a bit of Americana guitar twang and lyrical saxophone.
Pregnell has composed an attractive and varied set of tunes, interpreted with skill and verve by the band. The music is contemporary jazz all the wayno bebop, no fusion, no rockand the guitar employs a straight tone, without overdrive. Think Pat Metheny, sometimes Bill Frisell (in jazz and Americana mode). Good stuff. It would be nice to hear this band again, but Pregnell is someone to watch regardless.
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Brightside; J.M.; Sleepy Town; Rover; Moon; Eighties; Early Life.
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Title: Sleepy Town | Year Released: 2020 | Record Label: Self Produced
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Instrument: Guitar, electric
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