Patrick Arena Wing
"Night and Day" CD Review
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Patrick Arena Wing "Night and Day" CD Review |
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CD Review "Night and Day" A mix of original Arena tunes and some classics, complete the bill of fare for Patrick Arena's latest release, "Night and Day". Always a pleaser for jazz aficionados, Patrick Arena deepens his musical spell with a strong sense of humor and true homage to the art. Arena's bold ability to utilize his identifiable vocal talents as one of the instruments, is a jazz standard and a most pleasant surprise. Not with excessive scat singing, but to actually sing the lyrics with such feeling that the vocals are one with the instrumentation. Something not always seen in today's jazz recordings. And one main reason this jazz lover is a huge fan. |
From the opening Porter classic and title track, "Night and Day" Arena's vocals carry you through the entire CD, much like a musical flying carpet. Never to be deposited harshly or left in mid air. Patrick completes his mission with style and expertise. Although his delivery seems effortless and he makes it sound so easy. The real mark of excellence. Tempos and themes alter from track to track. As between the aforementioned "Night and Day" and the second track an Arena original, "How Could I Not Love You". The consistency of Patrick's vocal skills gently deposit your ear to the next treat. No stark or jolting musical changes to wake you from the experience. And that in itself is a huge part of the Arena charm and skill, one which always brings me back for more.
Song eight, "I'm Always Drunk In San Francisco" is a bright example of how Patrick instills his genius into the musical experience. You can hear a slight teetering in Arena's voice, but that adds to the overall experience. In some cases this would take away from the vocal charm and place heavy emphasis on the comedy of the number. But not with Patrick Arena. He delivers like a French Quarter master. Creating not only a fun musical treat, the feel of intoxication is there. But not stumbling falling down type, more like the intoxicating scents of the French Quarter. There, but adding to the overall experience, never taking anything away. "Night and Day" is a must have for any real jazz collector. Unique, skilled, and full-flavored! Just the way Arena delivers and the way I like it!
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