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- An MVD Exclusive
- SKU: ARCD19493
- Format: CD
- UPC: 760137167310
- Street Date: 11/08/24
- PreBook Date: 10/04/24
- Label: Arbors Records »
- Genre: Jazz
- Run Time: 56:17 mins
- Number of Discs: 1
- Year of Production: 2024
- Box Lot: 70
- Territory: WORLD
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Adrian Cunningham - It's About Time
A collection of ten compositions blending intricate harmonies and soulful improvisations- a tapestry of sound both nostalgic and innovative.
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Internationally acclaimed and award-winning jazz musician Adrian Cunningham is set to release his highly anticipated new album, "It's About Time," This masterful collection of original compositions and innovative arrangements showcases Cunningham's virtuosity and artistic vision, further solidifying his reputation as one of the leading voices in contemporary jazz.
"It's About Time" captures the essence of jazz's rich history while pushing the boundaries of the genre with bold, inventive soundscapes. Featuring a rhythm section of New York's finest: Dave Kikosi (piano), Yasushi Nakamura (bass), Clarence Penn (drums) and special guest Wycliffe Gordon on trombone. The album weaves together intricate melodies, compelling rhythms, and soulful improvisations. Each track is a unique piece of the mosaic, reflecting Cunningham's diverse influences and his ability to seamlessly blend tradition with modernity.
"I'm thrilled to share 'It's About Time' with the world," says Cunningham. "This album represents a journey though the past 10 years, with each composition painting a different personal story. It's a celebration of jazz's timeless allure and its endless capacity for innovation."
Highlights of the album include an emotional of the Gershwin classic "Summertime," the playful and energetic "Song For Wycliffe", and the hauntingly beautiful "Julia". From the first note to the last, "It's About Time" promises to captivate listeners and take them on a mesmerizing auditory journey.
Adrian Cunningham, a multi-instrumentalist known for his prowess on saxophone, clarinet, and flute, has garnered praise for his performances at prestigious venues and festivals around the globe. His previous works have been celebrated for their technical brilliance and emotive depth, and "It's About Time is poised to be another milestone in his illustrious career.
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Press Quotes
Cunningham's tender clarinet work.. epitomizes sophistication and grace
—DownBeat Magazine
Indispensable to New York's jazz scene
— Hot House Magazine, New York
Adrian Cunningham's saxophone solo actually had me making whimpering noises in the front stalls
—The Independent, London
Adrian Cunningham's clarinet playing saved the day for me
—The Star, Johannesburg