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The release of pianistRobert Glaspers acclaimed Blue Note debutCanvasin 2005 signaled the arrival of a singular new voice in jazz, and his 2007 follow-upIn My Elementdelivered on that promise by solidifying Glaspers status as a rising star who was taking the music someplace new. Featuring his acoustic trio with bassistVicente Archerand drummerDamion Reid, the album showcased the groups intuitive interplay and expanded the musical possibilities of where a modern jazz piano trio might go by delving even further into his hip-hop and gospel roots.In My Elementalso reinforced Glaspers budding reputation as a distinctive composer whose unique harmonic imprint and affecting melodies are apparent on the albums seven original tunes including the brightly swinging opener G&B, the mesmerizing Of Dreams to Come, the gospel influenced Youtta Praise Him, and One for Grew, a dedication to his mentorMulgrew Miller. The albums covers also showed the diversity of Glaspers influences including Beatrice by saxophonistSam Rivers, a mash-up of Maiden Voyage/Everything In Its Right Place which laidHerbie Hancocksmelody over Radiohead chords, and J Dillalude, a medley of beats by the late great hip-hop producerJ Dillaplayed trio style atQ-Tipssuggestion.
The album gets its first-ever vinyl release with this Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition mastered byKevin Grayand pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.
Tracklist:
A1: g & b
A2: of dreams to come
B1: f. t. b.
B2: youtta praise him (intro)
B3: youtta praise him
C1: beatrice
C2: maiden voyage/everything in its right place
C3: j dillalude
D1: silly rabbit
D2: one for grew
D3: tribute
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