Roy Hargrove’s Cristol GRANDE-TERRE
ROY HARGROVE’S CRISOL
GRANDE-TERRE
Verve Records
Roy Hargrove, trumpet/flugelhorn; Larry Willis, piano; Ed Cherry, guitar; Gerald Cannon, bass; Changuito (Jose Luis Quintana) & Miguel ‘Anga’ Diaz, percussion; Willie Jones III, drums; Frank Lacy, trombone; Sherman Irby, alto saxophone; Jacques Schwartz-Bart, tenor saxophone; Julio Barreto, drums/vocals.
It was 1998 when Roy Hargrove and his Grammy winning band rushed back into the studio. They had just won the Grammy for Best Latin Jazz Performance for their debut album called “Habana” and they wanted to capture that jubilation and excitement, like lightning in a bottle.
For years, this incredible studio session has been sitting on the shelf, musical dreams gathering dust. These tracks showcase a youthful Roy Hargrove and his red-hot style and energy. His band had a singular, infectious sound. This never-before-heard album will be released on October 18, 2024, just two days after what would have been Roy’s 55th birthday. He died in November of 2018 of cardiac arrest stemming from a longtime fight with kidney disease.
The first single release from this album is called “Priorities.” It reflects the high energy and musicality he and his band brought to jazz, stirring the cultural pot with South American and African rhythms. Roy Hargrove has been widely praised for both his composition skills and his abilities on trumpet and flugelhorn. Hargrove created a melting pot of music, when he smoothly combined bebop, Afro-Cuban rhythms and funk, blending them into the emerging Hip Hop and neo-soul culture. This is definitely a collector’s album worthy of airplay and appreciation. It showcases the artistry of Roy Hargrove, who left the jazz scene far too early. His music lives on!
Reviewed by Dee Dee McNeil
* * * * * * * * * * * *
BUY NOW
Buy Us a Cup of Coffee!
Join the movement in supporting Making a Scene, the premier independent resource for both emerging musicians and the dedicated fans who champion them.
We showcase this vibrant community that celebrates the raw talent and creative spirit driving the music industry forward. From insightful articles and in-depth interviews to exclusive content and insider tips, Making a Scene empowers artists to thrive and fans to discover their next favorite sound.
Together, let’s amplify the voices of independent musicians and forge unforgettable connections through the power of music
Make a one-time donation
Make a monthly donation
Make a yearly donation
Choose an amount
Or enter a custom amount
Your contribution is appreciated.
Your contribution is appreciated.
Your contribution is appreciated.
DonateDonate monthlyDonate yearly
