Gabriel Grossi Quintet - #motion Vinyl Record

Gabriel Grossi Quintet - #motion Vinyl Record

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Experience the vibrant rhythms of Brazilian jazz with #motion, the captivating live album from acclaimed harmonica virtuoso Gabriel Grossi and his exceptional quintet. Blending Brazilian musical traditions, contemporary jazz improvisation, samba, and Latin rhythms, this energetic recording celebrates Grossi's extraordinary musicianship and expressive melodic style.

Praised by legendary harmonica player Toots Thielemans, Grossi brings remarkable warmth, precision, and creativity to an instrument rarely heard at the forefront of modern jazz.

His quintet features trombonist Sérgio Coelho, pianist Eduardo Farias, bassist André Vasconcellos, and drummer Rafael Barata. The project also welcomes celebrated Brazilian musicians Hermeto Pascoal and Maurício Einhorn.

This vinyl edition features seven compositions, including the lively title track "#motion," the affectionate tribute "A Samba for Toots," and "Latin Brothers," featuring Hermeto Pascoal. Other highlights include "Play Raul," "From the Bottom of My Heart," "Banzo," and "Different Beat," featuring Maurício Einhorn.

Released through Whirlwind Recordings, this 180-gram vinyl LP includes a digital download code.

A wonderful addition for fans of Brazilian jazz, expressive harmonica performances, and inventive contemporary jazz ensembles.

Brazilian harmonicist Gabriel Grossi releases his first live album, ‘#motion’, on Whirlwind - a joyous celebration of his career to date, dedicated to those he loves, featuring his latest quintet: trombonist Sergio Coelho, pianist Eduardo Farias, bassist André Vasconcellos and drummer Rafael Barata. Guest appear-ances including celebrated fellow countryman Hermeto Pascoal.

The passion and energy in the performances of are as crystal clear as the sounds and atmospheres he produces from one of the smallest yet evocative instruments on the bandstand. Described by legendary Toots Thielemans as his successor, Grossi’s many collaborations have included Chico Buarque, Ivan Lins, Guinga and Snarky Puppy.

Captured in Brazil over two nights, Grossi describes this as a resumé of around twenty years of icons and influencers who have been so important to him. “Each number pays tribute to a big name from my life story.”