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Review by JW April 10, 2003
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Let me add a short note to the other reviews of this classic. The Stereo mix still sounds somewhat veiled on SACD, especially vis-a-vis the bass - this is my impression compared to other SACD's I have from a similar era. The SACD layer sounds more extended, detailed and dynamic than the CD layer. I ... more |
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Review by JW July 18, 2003
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Jacintha has been surrounded by much debate on the internet. Did we need another female jazz singer in 'Diana Krall' mode etc. etc.? Personally I think the lady settled that debate herself with this album. And all the Groove Note stuff is just absolutely gorgeous soundwise. (Check out Ying Tan's ... more |
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"Piece Of Cake" has one of the best intro's in the business! It sets up this album very nicely. Michel Camilo is a pianist from the Dominican Republic. In 2001 he won the Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Record.
Years ago I have seen Camilo perform live and I have been a fan ever since. This is his ... more |
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Another Santana master piece and their second album, recorded in 1970. Compared to Caravanserai which I also reviewed on this site, it is louder and the rock and blues shines through more than the Latin-Jazz influences. But make no mistake Conga fans, it's all there! The guitar work on this album is ... more |
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"Eternal Caravan Of Reincarnation" - the images invoked by the title of the first track and the cover photo really position this album for me. A classic Santana effort, combining rock, salsa and jazz influences. I have the JSACD and the sonics are very good, though perhaps not right up there with ... more |
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