Named for Chico Hamilton's late son, Foreststorn, the legendary drummer's Koch debut, presents an amalgam of blues, swing, soul-jazz, and Latin, with a strong emphasis on unabashed grooving. The supple and gruff-toned guitarist Cary DeNigris often steals the show, although saxophonists Erik Lawrence and Evan Schwam are the prominent front-line voices. (Paul Ramsey is the bassist.) Over half a dozen special guests appear during the course of the album, including Blues Traveler frontman John Popper and former Spin Doctors guitarist Eric Schenkman, both of whom bring their blues-based rock sensibilities to the project. Some of the more unusual highlights include "Bone Cello," a dual feature for Steve Turre's trombone and Akua Dixon's cello; "11 Bars for Arthur," a whispy rubato piece featuring alto veteran Arthur Blythe; and the quirky, unpredictable "Sorta New." A worthy addition to Hamilton's resume, and a timely update of his eclectic Euphoria band concept.
Foreststorn
Chico Hamilton
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Foreststorn Review
by David R. Adler
Track Listing
| Sample | Title/Composer | Performer | Time | Stream | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chico Hamilton | 05:07 | Amazon | ||||
| 2 | Chico Hamilton | 04:45 | Amazon | ||||
| 3 | Chico Hamilton feat: John Popper | 06:56 | Amazon | ||||
| 4 | Chico Hamilton feat: Akua Dixon | 06:34 | Amazon | ||||
| 5 | Chico Hamilton | 04:41 | Amazon | ||||
| 6 | Chico Hamilton feat: Eric Person | 04:31 | Amazon | ||||
| 7 | Chico Hamilton feat: Arthur Blythe | 04:41 | Amazon | ||||
| 8 | Chico Hamilton | 05:08 | Amazon | ||||
| 9 | Chico Hamilton | 04:40 | Amazon | ||||
| 10 | Chico Hamilton feat: Eric Schenkman | 05:03 | Amazon | ||||
| 11 | Chico Hamilton | 04:53 | Amazon | ||||
| 12 | Chico Hamilton feat: Charlie Watts | 01:26 | Amazon | ||||
| 13 | Chico Hamilton | 03:06 | Amazon | ||||
| 14 | Chico Hamilton | 01:59 | Amazon |
