Maucha Adnet & Gustavo Bergalli - Unit

Styles: Vocal And Trumpet Jazz
Year: 2005
Time: 42:23
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Size: 97,7 MB
Art: Front

(6:14) 1. Felicidade
(7:35) 2. To Wisdom The Price
(3:42) 3. Por Causa De Voce
(4:15) 4. After The Sun
(4:01) 5. Agua De Beber
(3:55) 6. Minha Saudade
(3:38) 7. So Tinha De Ser Com Voce
(2:58) 8. Chega De Saudade
(6:01) 9. Estate

On this record Jazz Unit collaborates with the Brazilian singer Maucha Adnet. The result is nothing short of great. With her warm, sensual voice Maucha brings out the essence of Bossa Nova to the delight of the listener.

Also featured on this album is Gustavo Bergalli that delivers a striking performance on trumpet/flugelhorn. This recording reflects the level of musicianship that Jazz Unit possesses. Or in the words of Maucha Adnet herself; They are great musicians ... and really captured the "vibe" of Bossa Nova. Check out Jazz Unit's First Cd, Bridges and Yaqui.

MAUCHA ADNET(vo), GUSTAVO BERGALLI(tp,flh), HAKAN ANDERSSON(acc), NICLAS HOGLIND(g), JONAS CASTELL(b), KRISTOFER JOHANSSON(ds,perc).

Unit

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Randy Brecker - Into The Sun

Styles: Trumpet Jazz
Year: 1996
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 58:45
Size: 135,6 MB
Art: Front

(6:23)  1. Village Dawn
(5:46)  2. Just Between Us
(4:46)  3. The Sleaze Factor
(6:53)  4. Into The Sun
(7:26)  5. After Love
(6:40)  6. Gray Area
(5:18)  7. Tijuca
(3:54)  8. Buds
(7:17)  9. Four Worlds
(4:17) 10. The Hottest Man In Town

It’s Randy, it’s David Sanborn (one track), it’s Brazil. Randy Brecker does the fusion thing, this time fusing his expressive trumpet with comfortable Brazilian rhythms and voices. It’s Astrud Gilberto meets the late Miles in a happy mood, of course. This CD cooks along pleasantly, so tightly executed that it’s surprising to hear Brecker say, "I chose musicians with whom I had never played, and barely knew. Moreover, the musicians themselves had never played together and barely knew each other." The introductions went this way: Randy, of course, on trumpet and flugelhorn; Gil Goldstein on keyboards and accordion; Adam Rogers on electric and acoustic guitars; Bakithi Kumalo on bass; Jonathan Joseph on drums; Café on percussion; and Maúcha Adnét on gossamer-wing vocals. Sanborn chimes in on "The Sleaze Factor," and six others add color but never assume center stage: Dave Bargeron (trombone); David Taylor (bass trombone and tuba); Lawrence Feldman (bass flute); Keith Underwood (alto and bass flutes); Bob Mintzer (bass clarinet); and Richard Sussman (synthesizer programming). Sussman had a lot to do, spreading atmosphere all over this disc. But the synthesizers are never so obtrusive that they detract from Brecker’s consistently strong trumpet or Goldstein’s able keyboards. Everything cooks on "The Sleaze Factor" and "Into the Sun." "After Love" is pleasant, "Gray Area" catchy. "Tijuca" starts in a synthesizer soup, but clears by the time Brecker arrives for another capable turn. 

In sum, everything is slick, slick, slick, and if you like that sort of thing, this is a good, danceable example. For a real twist, the CD ends up with a wildly touching tape of Randy’s father singing to him in 1945 when he was two weeks old. It’s a slice of a different world that cuts through all the slickness (including the funk appended to it) and sticks in your mind more than just about anything else on this album. After this too-brief vignette Randy has attached a vocal in which a man complains about a woman’s having left him. "I was treated like a clown," goes the refrain in part. It’s hard to resist responding, "Well, maybe it’s the generic arrangements."Sure, Randy Brecker can play. But except for his dad’s appearance, this is just another record. If you like this, try late Miles and Getz/Gilberto. ~ Robert Spencer https://www.allaboutjazz.com/into-the-sun-randy-brecker-concord-music-group-review-by-robert-spencer.php

Personnel:  Trumpet, Flugelhorn – Randy Brecker; Vocals – Maucha Adnet;  Alto Flute, Bass Flute – Keith Underwood; Bass – Bakithi Kumalo; Bass Clarinet – Bob Mintzer; Bass Flute – Lawrence Feldman; Bass Trombone, Tuba – David Taylor; Drums – Jonathan Joseph;  Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar – Adam Rogers ; Keyboards, Accordion – Gil Goldstein; Percussion – Café; Saxophone – David Sanborn (tracks: on "The Sleaze Factor"); Synthesizer Programming – Richard Sussman; Trombone – Dave Bargeron

Into The Sun

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Maucha Adnet - The Jobim Songbook

Styles: Vocal
Year: 2006
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 62:16
Size: 143,4 MB
Art: Front

(4:37)  1. Vivo Sonhando
(4:20)  2. Só Tinha De Ser Com Você
(4:57)  3. Insensatez
(4:33)  4. Ela É Carioca
(4:54)  5. Chega De Saudade
(5:26)  6. Samba Do Avião
(3:55)  7. Águas De Março
(3:59)  8. Meditacão
(4:59)  9. Desafinado
(4:29) 10. Corcovado
(5:10) 11. Outra Vez
(6:01) 12. Garota De Ipanema
(4:51) 13. Água De Beber

The lack of liner notes doesn't give much clue as to how long Maucha Adnet has been active professionally as a vocalist, though a quote from Antonio Carlos Jobim indicates that she toured with the late, legendary composer. Her deep, soulful voice is very appealing, similar to that of Leny Andrade. Accompanied by a mix of Brazilian and American musicians, including pianist Helio Alves, flugelhornists Claudio Roditi and Michael Brecker, trombonist Jay Ashby, guitarists Mario Adnet and Romero Lubambo, bassist Nilson Matta and drummer Duduka Da Fonsaca, she is obviously very familiar with a wide range of Jobim's compositions, covering both internationally known hits and pieces that have received less exposure outside of Brazil. The focus is on the singer, with occasional piano or guitar solos, with the brass and reed instruments providing background colors. She scats in unison with an unidentified male singer during the introduction to "Chega De Saudade" before swinging its joyous lyrics, with Alves switching to electric piano. She brings more depth to "Aquas de Marco" (The Waters of March)" than most singers, while Adnet's understated interpretation of "Outra Vez" is also welcome. ~ Ken Dryden https://www.allmusic.com/album/the-jobim-songbook-mw0000577529

Personnel:  Vocals, Producer – Maucha Adnet; Saxophone – Joe Lovano; Trombone – Jay Ashby;  Acoustic Bass – Nilson Matta; Acoustic Guitar – Romero Lubambo; Acoustic Guitar, Arranged By – Mario Adnet; Drums – Duduka Da Fonseca; Flugelhorn – Claudio Roditi, Randy Brecker; Piano – Alfredo Cardim, Helio Alves

The Jobim Songbook

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Kenny Barron - Canta Brasil

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 2002
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 58:19
Size: 134,0 MB
Art: Front

( 9:15)  1. Zumbi
(10:09)  2. Clouds
( 7:27)  3. Paraty
( 7:11)  4. Until Then
( 7:31)  5. Bachiao
( 4:26)  6. Thoughts and Dreams
( 6:20)  7. Dona Maria
( 5:56)  8. This One

This release combines the elegant swing of nine-time Grammy-winner Kenny Barron with the first-call Brazilian rhythm section of Trio da Paz, an inspired cross fertilization that enhances both jazz and tropical elements. From the opening "Zumbi," which rolls in like a Carnaval parade, to the infectious closer, "This One," the CD is full of light. Other superb Barron compositions include the languorous "Cloud" and the danceable "Thoughts and Dreams," where his gentle piano solo flows into a lilting bossa. The remaining three tunes are familiar to fans of Trio da Paz from their previous albums. Here, the addition of Barron's thoughtful commentary and the lush, cooling flute of Anne Drummond gives them new dimension. Bassist Nilson Matta's "Paraty," named after an old Brazilian town, becomes a "party" with Barron's wonderful comping and fine solos all around; guitarist Romero Lubambo contributes his rousing, Bach-inspired baiao, "Bachiao," and drummer Duduka da Fonseca's "Dona Maria," with its intriguing syncopation, provides the scaffolding for some stellar bop choruses by Barron. The percussion by Valtinho is consistently atmospheric and tasteful. This is an exceptionally well-paced, melodic, spirit-lifting CD. Recommended. ~ Judith Schlesinger http://www.allmusic.com/album/canta-brazil-mw0000227901

Personnel: Kenny Barron (piano); Maucha Adnet (vocals); Anne Drummond (flute); Romero Lubambo (acoustic guitar); Nilson Matta (bass); Duduka Da Fonseca (drums); Valtinho (percussion).

Canta Brasil

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Emily Remler - This Is Me

Styles: Guitar Jazz
Year: 1990
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 56:38
Size: 130,4 MB
Art: Front

(5:26)  1. Deep In A Trance
(4:51)  2. Majestic Dance
(6:17)  3. "E" Samba
(4:52)  4. Love Colors
(4:48)  5. Dark Passage
(4:51)  6. You Know What I'm Saying
(5:38)  7. Song For Maggie
(5:13)  8. Around The Bend
(6:19)  9. Carenia
(4:55) 10. Simplicidaje
(3:23) 11. Second Childhood

Emily Remler's first and tragically, her last excursion into electric jazz-pop indicates that she could have become a strong force in that area had she not died. Though Remler's Concord recordings earned her a great deal of respect in hard bop circles, she felt limited creatively and was quite anxious to experiment in the electric realm. On her final session, This Is Me, the guitarist incorporates pop and rock elements on her own terms maintaining her musical integrity and avoiding radio-oriented smooth jazz drivel altogether. 

What remains constant is the warm and lyrical nature of her playing. While the influence of Wes Montgomery and Herb Ellis remains, some of these pieces indicate that she was paying close attention to Pat Metheny.~Alex Henderson http://www.allmusic.com/album/this-is-me-mw0000115667

Personnel: Emily Remler (guitar, guitar synthesizer); Maucha Adnet (vocals); Jay Ashby (trombone, percussion); Aydin Esen (piano, keyboards); Bill O'Connell (piano); David Benoit, Russ Freeman (keyboards); Romero Lubambo (acoustic guitar); Lincoln Goines, Jimmy Johnson (bass); Jeff Porcaro, Ricky Sebastian, Daduka Fonseca (drums); Luis Conte, Jeffrey Weber, Cafe (percussion).

This Is Me

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Maucha Adnet & Helio Alves - Milagre

Styles: Jazz, Bossa Nova
Year: 2013
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 57:07
Size: 130,8 MB
Art: Front

(4:31)  1. O Cantador
(3:22)  2. Eu Vim Da Bahia
(3:41)  3. Waters of March
(7:22)  4. Gabriela
(3:58)  5. Retrato Em Branco E Preto
(4:17)  6. Coração Vagabundo
(4:04)  7. Caminhos Cruzados
(4:38)  8. Vale Do Ribeira
(3:33)  9. Desafinada
(3:57) 10. Amor Infinito/ Bons Amigos
(2:54) 11. Milagre
(3:33) 12. Tico-Tico No Fuba
(3:18) 13. Canto Triste
(3:53) 14. April Child

Vocalist Maucha Adnet and pianist Helio Alves have been collaborating in various settings for two decades, but Milagre marks their first full-length recording as a twosome. Adnet, who's best known for her decade-long tenure with the great Antonio Carlos Jobim, and Alves, a first call pianist who's worked with everyone from saxophonist Joe Henderson to cellist Yo-Yo Ma, are both part of a group of close-knit veterans that breath Brazilian air into the jazz atmosphere of Manhattan. This Brazilian jazz mafia, which also includes guitarist Romero Lubambo, bassist Nilson Matta and drummer Duduka Da Fonseca, has served as a binding entity of sorts between Alves and Adnet, which helps to explain the deep bond they've formed over the years. 

Now, with Milagre, they can finally parlay their shared experiences into a passionate, bare-all project for two. Together, Adnet and Alves explore Grade A material written by Brazil's finest composers, who also happen to be friends, former employers, and favorites of both musicians. Jobim, Dori Caymmi, Caetano Veloso, Hermeto Pascoal, Moacir Santos, Gilberto Gil, Toninho Horta and several other notables are given their due during this intimate fourteen-song recital. Gentle journeys and energetic fare are both doled out with equal skill as they explore the ins and outs of their homeland's compositional élite. Adnet's voice is an emotionally powerful instrument capable of firmness or fragility, depending on the situation. When the tempo slows down and the lights are low, she reveals an attractive vocal wave more a quiver than out-and-out vibrato that heightens the intensity in her delivery; this level of directness and honesty transcends mere language when it appears. 

Alves can be called an equal partner here or an accompanist-cum-soloist but, regardless of his classification, he proves to be the perfect pianistic companion for Adnet. He mirrors and amplifies her mood, shades around her lines, creates in-the-wee-small-hours settings or implies the Brazilian rhythmic undercurrents that are usually delivered by the bottom end of a band. When he's given space and free rein to set the scene, he doesn't let the opportunity go to waste ("Vale Do Ribeira"). Adnet and Alves have such an easy way with one another throughout this date so, given their close musical proximity over the years; it's surprising that it took this long for them to get together sans company. Milagre is a long overdue treat. ~ Dan Bilawsky  http://www.allaboutjazz.com/milagre-maucha-adnet-zoho-music-review-by-dan-bilawsky.php#.VF_DZsmHmtg
 

Personnel: Maucha Adnet: vocals, percussion (8, 12, 14); Helio Alves: piano.

Milagre

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