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This Toronto based artist has let the diversity of his taste and experience shine through on his debut contemporary jazz disc. Respected Jazz critic Mark Miller writing for the Globe and Mail, Canada's national newspaper, has described Daniel as "among the best of his generation". Jim Galloway, Wholenote Magazine, Toronto Canada: Daniel Barnes is no new comer to the scene, having toured for periods of time over a ten year span in Europe, U.S, Caribbean and Africa with Ethiopian singing star, Aster Aweke, gigging locally and backing singers such as Holly Cole, Molly Johnson and Carol Welsman, and playing in such diverse musical settings as those provided by Joe Sealy, Jane Bunnett and The flying Bulgar Klezmer Band. This varied background may explain the wide range of music on this CD: Bop Latin, Reggae and some funky R 'n B. In spite of such a mixed bag, the album holds together and is consistently rewarding. "Culmination" features an array of Toronto talent, fourteen musicians in all, although never more than seven on any one number and sometimes as few as three, in a varied and interesting program, consisting of Barnes' own compositions and standards ranging from Coltrane's Equinox to an updated version of After You've Gone written by John Turner Layton and Henry Creamer in 1918. Five O' Clock Shadow is the opener and I almost resisted the temptation to say it grows on you! Strong solos by the horns of William Carn, Kevin Turcotte and Kelly Jefferson and a catchy theme set the tone. There is also a healthy dose of Mike Murley on the album and that never ever hurt anybody, while on piano Robert Botos adds a sure touch, displaying maturity beyond his years. But this is definitely a Daniel Barnes showcase , both as a drummer and a composer/arranger. Credits: Co Producer: Daniel Barnes Co Producer: David Travers Smith (Jane Siberry, Brothers Creegan, Vide Hille, Lennie Gallant.) Drums, Percussion, vocals; Daniel Barnes Piano; Robert Botos Bass; Marc Rogers, Rich Brown Saxophone; Mike Murley, Kelly Jefferson Trumpet; Kevin Turcotte Trombone; William Carn, Mieron Kelly Guitars; Levon Ichkhanian, Niel Chapman keyboards; Gord Sheard, Robert Botos Percussion: Armando Borg, Alan Heatherington Check out the artist's website: http://www.danielbarnes.net Track List: 1. Five 'O Clock Shadow 2. Speak Low 3. Dark Inside 4. Sweet Nights 5. Call of the Wild 6. Alfie's Dub 7. Blues for the Wicket 8. Old Devil Moon 9. Equinox 10. Take Care of Yourself 11. After You've Gone Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
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