Memories Of Paris

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A new talent has emerged in the Djangosphere, Gwen Cahue, who renews the repertoire of gypsy jazz with a groundbreaking debut album. Clifford Brown, Antonio Carlos Jobim, and Django Reinhardt are honored here, with a special tribute to pianist Michel Petrucciani, who passed away just 20 years ago. In 1988, Michel Petrucciani gave one of his most beautiful concerts on the Île du Berceau in Samois-sur-Seine. Without a doubt, Django's shadow loomed over the audience that day. From Reinhardt, forever inscribed in the firmament of music, to Petrucciani, a new star of the first magnitude who emerged in the world of French jazz and then internationally, a clear line was drawn. Thus, twenty years after the pianist's passing, Gwen Cahue is indeed well inspired to revisit "Memories of Paris," a title that is irresistibly emblematic. For his first outing, our soloist enlisted the services of one of the most impressive rhythm sections of the moment (Julien Cattiaux on rhythm guitar and William Brunard on double bass), with Henrik André's violin extending the subtly crafted textures of the trio on three occasions. Solidly supported and endowed with a refreshingly communicative spirit, Gwen Cahue is already leaving his mark on the ever-evolving circle of the Djangosphere.