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Larry Wilson: No Secrets No Lies
ByLarry Wilson
drumsWhether you dig Be-bop or modern jazz, there is something for every on this album. Wilson takes this opportunity to express his love of great music with impeccable feels, and both Wilson and his band possess the wide dynamic range to deliver. The sixteen tracks are full of moments of: jazz, fusion, soul, and gospel. Wilson and his fellow musicians are easily able to keep within the deep tradition of jazz, while exploring the creative innovations that are developing the music forward. On the opening number, "On the Move," Wilson's musical ear has whispers from the late Coltrane period as his targeting muse, while mingling amongst each other the free form opening serves as a solid opening statement. Once the band establishes the groove, we hear that at the root of the song is lurking a bebop style, riffing and whirling, set to a modern driving pulse. The song pounds like a rugged, primal dance, to be taken according to your wherewithal. David Stewart on alto saxophone and Todd Delgudice on tenor saxophone, both take exciting solos. Wilson's drumming is on fire! He is supportive and interactive, think

Elvin Jones
drums1927 - 2004

Tony Williams
drums1945 - 1997
"Ode to Oscar" is up-tempo selection penned by Wilson. With a melody that is again a nod to the sophistication of be-bop, its feel changes and harmony no doubt are intentional modern statements. Alto Saxophonist
Daniel Dickinson
saxophoneb.1993

Joshua Bowlus
pianob.1984
The speed and rambunctiousness is all naturally maintained on "Midnight Oil." " data-original-title="" title="">Ray Callendar's trumpet solo is very strong, he seems to play each note with the attitude of 'You're mine, I own you!' Dickinson bellows in top fashion and Wilson and up-right bassist
Mike Perez
bassThe predominant theme to No Secrets No Lies has to do with music that feels good and it is noticeable. Wilson's identity as a musician and composer have more to do with attractive feels and beats, largely based is jazz swing, soul and gospel. This is an uplifting and frankly heartfelt reflection of the time Wilson has spent absorbing both the past and future of jazz, while sporting a wonderful collection of tunes, truly holding true its namesake title No Secrets No Lies. ">
Track Listing
On the Move; Ode to Oscar; Little Sunflower; We Found Love; You Seem Familiar; Open Sesame; The Afterglow; Love Me in a Special Way; The Lord’s Prayer; Light; Midnight Oil; Release; Blue Skin; See You; Tuti’s Jig; April in Paris.
Personnel
Larry Wilson
drumsLarry Wilson: drums, percussion, Hammond B3 organ, Fender Rhodes, piano, synthesizers, bass guitar, and vocals; Joshua Bowlus: piano, Fender Rhodes; Lawrence Buckner: upright bass; Daniel Dickenson: alto saxophone; Todd Delgudice: tenor saxophone; Ray Callendar: trumpet, flugelhorn; David Stewart: alto, tenor saxophones; Mike Perez: upright bass; Jeremy Sauer: bass guitar, acoustic guitar; Cory Wilcox: trombone; Jesus Rodriguez: tenor sax; Bryant Patterson: trombone; Celest Betton: vocals; Akia Uwanda: vocals.
Album information
Title: No Secrets No Lies | Year Released: 2017 | Record Label: Self Produced
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