{"product_id":"samuel-blaser_routes-vinyl_2023_lad","title":"ROUTES (vinyl)","description":"Inspired by the work of Don Drummond, trombonist Samuel Blaser has brought together a group of excellent musicians to produce the best of the Jamaican repertoire. ROUTES is the fruit of their collaboration, rooted in the island's musical traditions and firmly embedded in jazz. His new band includes Alex Wilson on keyboards, Ira Coleman on bass, Dion Parson on drums, Michael Blake on tenor saxophone, and Soweto Kinch on alto saxophone and vocals. One might be content to say that Samuel Blaser has found the perfect lineup to present Jamaican jazz to a wide audience. However, Blaser would not be Blaser if he didn't ask himself: \"Why stop there?!\" So, the ambitious musician that he is, winner of the European Jazz Award in 2019 and the Downbeat Magazine Critics Poll ('Rising Star Trombone'), decided to raise the bar higher. ROUTES features a mix of Don Drummond classics, reggae, ska, and jazz-inspired standards – with guest Carrol Thompson, dubs from the great and late 'Scratch' Perry, and a full T-Bone section on the rearranged version of Drummond's 'Green Island'. It's a project that showcases Blaser's remarkable charisma, humor, and musical performances, while also honoring the contributions, talent, and origins of his fellow musicians. ROUTES is an adventure, a celebration, and a true festivity – to which we are cordially invited. - - Don Drummond will forever be remembered as a genius, both as a trombonist and for his incredible 300 to 500 titles. During his 35 years in Jamaica, he was extremely prolific but never left the island to pursue a career in the UK or the US, as many other musicians did. He suffered greatly in every sense of the word, unable to escape the weight of poverty. And yet he left the world a radiant creativity that has inspired countless artists. With their new album ROUTES, Samuel Blaser and his ensemble of accomplished musicians pay tribute to the music of Don Drummond. As the legendary trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis wrote about Don, \"If he had had the opportunity to share his experience with musicians from different cultures as is common today, his music could have reached even greater heights.\" Thanks to the projects of Samuel Blaser and other artists, Don is still present, and his art takes on new forms. They receive the message of this great master, they transform his music through their own interpretations and experiences, and create something both new and familiar. ROUTES is a tribute to Don's work, both ethically and aesthetically. These are pieces that Don could not have written. They interpret the past by adding current genres, technologies, and talents, creating music that is both inspired and stimulating.","brand":"Samuel Blaser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55310363918680,"sku":null,"price":20230526.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/4943\/0360\/files\/0767522783711_91db49a6-235b-421d-ac67-0d585bb6a80b.jpg?v=1760316978","url":"https:\/\/vinyles.com\/en\/products\/samuel-blaser_routes-vinyl_2023_lad","provider":"Vinyles.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}