Yoichi by Nigel Aubrey Thomas
"Outstanding album by boppy Brighton based outfit featuring Byron Wallen on top form and massive drumming from Winston Clifford"
Jazz Express
"Beautiful and captivating title track Yoichi
a memorable wide ranging yet integrated collection from a leader who knows his Paul Chambers from his Jimmy Garrison"
Jazz Journal international
"The arrangements are full of fresh ideas - a must buy!" Jazz UK
Playing Jazz today can mean so many different things, For me it's a celebration of the seeking spirit, a spontaneous expression of our humanity and above all to touch someone's life,
As a player and a composer, I've been inspired by all aspects of Jazz, it's traditions and innovations, it's sheer breadth of expression and emotion.
A world Music that crosses many boundaries.
In Winston, Mark, Byron, Joe and Julian I'm fortunate enough to have not only some of the finest creative musicians in Britain today, but also great friends whom I love and respect.
Tracklist
| 1. | Yoichi | 9:28 |
| 2. | Mystic | 7:59 |
| 3. | Joy | 5:14 |
| 4. | Blues for Felicity | 9:13 |
| 5. | Moon over Albert | 10:20 |
| 6. | Kindred Spirit | 8:52 |
| 7. | Egypt | 14:47 |
Credits
Nigel Aubrey Thomas Double Bass
Winston Clifford Drums,
Mark Edwards Piano & Synth
Byron Wallen Trumpet & Flugel Horn
Joe Robinson Tenor and Soprano Sax
Julian Nicholas Soprano Sax & Bass Clarinet
All compositions and arrangements by Nigel Aubrey Thomas
Produced by Nigel Aubrey Thomas and John Canham
Studio engineering by John Cannam and Kiff
Recorded at Rare Earth Studios
Ojin Records
License
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"One of the UK's most in demand and versatile Jazz bassists Nigel Aubrey Thomas. who has played with a host of top musicians, including Claire Martin, Tony Kofi, Jim Mullen and Byron Wallen,
and released two albums with his own band
He is also a uniquely talented. songwriter and a beguiling soulful singer whose music is deeply rooted in the multi-layered intersection of Soul, Jazz and Blues"