I've spoken about my admiration for Lloyd McNeill on the Asha album post, so I won't cover that here again. Five years after his 3rd (and arguably best) effort Washington Suite, McNeill returns with Treasures. Right from the opening 16 minute 'Griot' time stands still as the music sounds every bit like a 1971 McNeill effort. Along for the ride are some Brazilian musicians he befriended along the way during various travels, including most prominently pianist Dom Salvador. The middle two tracks demonstrate the South American influence, with a bit more of a rock rhythm and some happy flute from McNeill. The closer is closer to a jazz ballad, and points to an earlier period. Great album overall, and a must for McNeill fans.
Ownership: CD: 2019 Soul Jazz (UK). Purchased from an online retailer upon release. Comes with a history of McNeill, a couple of photos, and his full discography in pictures. Long overdue and much needed reissue.
1/28/22 (new entry)
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