Aleph Aguiar (guitar); Quentin Collins (trumpet);
Liam Dunachie (Hammond); Shane Forbes (drums); Will Fry (percussion)
Venezuelan born, UK based, guitarist Aguiar's third album is a nostalgic look at the Latin jazz that was emerging back in the 1960/70s by bands such as Mongo Santamaria, Tito Puente and Eddie Palmieri.
Nine originals by Aguiar merge those Cuban influences with his Venezuelan heritage into a concept all his own and the perfect setting for his Montgomery/Martino inspired solos. Collins provides the perfect front-line partner with Aguiar pointing out how suited the trumpet is to Latin music and how well they complement each other. Equally important is Dunachie on the B3. Apart from his soulful solos he fills out the rhythm with juicy chords and accurate bass-lines. Forbes and Fry lay down the complex Latin grooves as if they'd been born and bred in Caracas.
The album's title, Sugar on my Blackbeans refers to a South American delicacy and this boogaloo track is also very tasty, Methinks this album will be number one on my car stereo - the highest possible accolade.
As a matter of more local interest Quentin Collins will be at the Globe along with our old friend Vasi X as part of Five-Way Split on March 29. Lance
Panspermia; Mudwalk; Blue Trupials; Sugar on my Blackbeans; Little Daisy; One For Sorrow Two For Joy; Monk Lakes; Reflected Three; Mondongo
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