Bradley Leighton – Soul Collective

In the contemporary jazz world – where guitars and Saxes currently reign supreme – flutist Bradley Leighton brings a Smooth rendition of some soul grooves.  For this project Bradley enlisted some seasoned veterans to assist in the making.  His playing blends so beautifully with the horns and the rhythm section, if you grew up with Tower of Power and Herb Alpert, you will love this CD.

The first track called “It’s On!” is an upbeat smooth jazz flow with the alto flute playing center stage.  Track two “Café con Leche” is a Latin beat featuring Tom Braxton and Mic Gillette, sure to make you want Salsa.  “Wake Up Call” is next featuring the smooth sound of Tom Scott; this tune will surely take you back to your bell bottoms and big collars.  Since we’re in the seventies here is a cover of the hit by Hall and Oats, “She’s Gone”, with assists from Tom Scott and Mic Gillette.

You knew the vocals were coming and this next selection “That Man” was led by the vocals of Paula Prophet, and on horns Greg Adams and Tom Scott.  Once again Bradley takes you back with his version of “Ode to Billy Joe”, with Jason Miles.  To get your head bobbin again Bradley and Greg Adams come together to rock this next song entitled “Rock Me Softly”, my favorite track on the cd.

 “Keep That Same Old Feeling” wraps up the cd and it has a nice R&B flavor to it, with vocals done by Katreese Barnes.  This is a nice cd to own if you enjoy the sound of the flute.  Bradley Leighton brought together a nice combination of players to get a nice assortment of smooth jazz tunes.

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