Won't You Let Me Love You

Review There are two ways to reflect upon the passing of loved ones: We can either go deep into melancholy over the death or reach back and celebrate the joys of the lives just ended. Two of the saxman Walter Beasley's grandparents died during the recording of Won't You Let Me Love You, and the saxman clearly chose the wistful, optimistic route of response. While positive grooves abound, Beasley's clearly got the past on his mind. "Babygirl" launches the disc with a dreamy, sensuous alto melody winding its way over a subtle, retro-soul groove and the hypnotic wah-wah work of Jeff Lockhart. Beasley presents a cover of the Stylistics' gentle "Sideshow" with a soprano line that pushes the boundaries of the familiar melody; he then breaks for a completely unique improvisation, as if reflecting on his youthful memory of the song but adding adult experience into the mix. With its down-home acoustic guitar harmony by Kevin Barry, "Theresa" artfully blends a folk influence with straightforward rhythm and jazz - with more than a wink to Bob James' famous "Taxi" theme. A title like "Sleep Tight" might evoke sad thoughts, but Beasley actually soars his highest and comes up with his most playful improvisations here. Beasley graces the title track - a tune instrumental in his upbringing on the sax - with a nice-enough vocal, but he uses the romance in his voice to greater effect on a thoughtful cover of Stevie Wonder's "Visions." The classic lyrics, optimistic in the face of harsh realities, float gently through a moody atmosphere before giving way to a reverberating guitar solo by Jeff Lockhart. --- Jonathan Widran, JAZZIZ Magazine Copyright © 2000, Milor Entertainment, Inc. -- From Jazziz Product Description Saxophonist/vocalist Walter Beasley established himself as a Smooth Jazz superstar with his last albums, for Your Pleasure and Tonight We Love. This new CD features 4 exciting cover songs that bridge the gap from past to present, Steveie Wonder classic "Vision," Blue Magic's nostalgic "Sideshow," Bernard Wright's "Won't You Let Me Love You" and others.
ASIN: B00004TZYK
VSKU: DBV.B00004TZYK.G
Condition: Good
Author/Artist:BEASLEY,WALTER
Binding: Audio cd
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