Ari Joshua is back, and this time he's brought the heat with his latest single, 'The Clinic'. A dynamic and irrepressible release that has been described as an 'afro-space-boogaloo explosion', it's a release that is guaranteed to get you moving.
Ari, a guitarist with a knack for crafting infectious grooves, has been slowly evolving and refining 'The Clinic' with various musical line-ups, but this version is something special. With it, he's stripped things back to a raw organ trio format, enlisting the talents of saxophone powerhouse Skerik, Hammond organ maestro Delvon Lamarr, and the ever-solid Grant Schroff on drums.
From the first note, you're hit with a sound that's both vintage and fresh. It's like they dug up a classic boogaloo record and injected it with a dose of psychedelic energy. Think Hendrix jamming with Grant Green in a smoky club somewhere in the cosmos. The production is top-notch, with a warm, analogue vibe that wraps around you like a sonic hug.
While there are some timeless old-school vibes on show, there is also some serious musicality going on. Ari weaves intricate chord changes and dissonances into the groove, creating a hypnotic effect that pulls you deeper into the music. Delvon, Skerik, and Ari trade solos with effortless cool, their improvisations bubbling over with energy and soul. Skerik's sax is particularly fiery, while Delvon's organ provides a gritty foundation for the rhythm section to lock into.
'The Clinic' is a testament to the power of improvisation and the enduring appeal of classic genres like boogaloo and bebop. It's a track that can get any party started, but it also rewards close listening with its subtle nuances and intricate interplay. With its infectious energy and top-tier musicianship, 'The Clinic' is a must-listen for any fan of funky, soulful music.
If that wasn't enough, Joshua is also making waves with his Grammy considerations, with the first round of voting to pick the top nominees in each category starting this week and running until October 15th. He's up for Song of the Year, Best Jazz Performance, Best Rock Song, and Producer of the Year, among others. Ari is clearly a force to be reckoned with, and 'The Clinic' is just the latest example of his undeniable talent. So crank up the volume, let the groove take over, and get ready to lose yourself in the sonic whirlwind that is Ari Joshua's 'The Clinic'.
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