There was a time a few years ago when Kurt Rosenwinkel was destined to become one of the most important jazz guitarists of his generation. That has changed a bit, as his last few albums, one of solo piano, one of Chopin’s compositions and now this solo outing, make him a candidate for being one of the most important jazz ARTISTS of his generation. He keeps coming up with fresh ideas, all of them sounding like a stroll through Givenchy.–
This pastoral album has him playing solo guitar with a gentle and reflective manner. There’s a glisten to the soft “Under It All”, and there are pastel sketches on the sidewalk on “Just Chillin” and “Life of A Flower”. A folksy feel emanates from “Metro City” and he gets some rich lower tones on “Mellow D” while musical water colors flow on ”First Impressions”. The sounds are personal, the moods are casual and the presentation is inviting. Have a seat by the fireplace.