Cohen, Greg - Golden State
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RPR 1020
Greg Cohen-bass
Bill Frisell-guitar
“The sunny lyricism of "Old Gravenstein" sets the bar high from the outset. Frisell takes lead melodic duties while Cohen injects rhythmic impetus, but in truth their lines are but two interweaving threads of the same chord.
The duo has a spring in its step on "California Here I Come," written in 1921 by Buddy DeSylvia, Joseph Myer, and Al Jolson and declared the official state song of California in 1988. Cohen takes his most extended solo of the set but the charm of the tune resides in the independent yet closely related lines of the duo. The bassist is also in expansive mood on the tuneful "Santa Susana," a casual set closer that celebrates the curious majesty of a simple melody.
Cohen has crafted a laid-back, seductive ode to his childhood stomping ground, one that is heartfelt and gently upbeat. Frisell, for his part, is in supremely relaxed yet fluid form throughout, in a rare outing minus his trademark loops. In tandem, Cohen and Frisell make merry in a compelling demonstration of the art of the duo.”-Ian Patterson / All About Jazz
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