Abby Dobson -][- SLEEPING BEAUTY -(MP3)- [LadyBraveBird Music, 2010] Album Review
Abby Dobson - Sleeping Beauty
I just love it when music unfolds in surprising ways, sometimes you discover it and there are times it finds you. With that said, meeting vocalist and songwriter Abby Dobson for the first time I’m moved by the lyrical and audible concept she unleashes on her thought-provoking debut album “Sleeping Beauty” (you are the one you have been waiting on) – Volumood One … is definitely one to cherish for years to come.
What I found amazing about the extraordinary Abby Dobson, she’s not only tremendously gifted song writer, and talented vocalist she’s also very difficult to pigeonhole. And why would I want to do that? On “Sleeping Beauty” she stirs up a persuasive blend of soul, reggae, jazz, gospel and even country to enrich the lives and souls of anyone that loves to surround their busy days with great music.
The opening piece “Cool Rain” A Prelude for Horns composed by Dobson literally rocked my world. This instrumental jewel features the horn section that accompanied R&B vocalist Maxwell during his Blacksummersnight Tour. “Cool Rain” features a dynamic threesome Kenneth Whalum III on saxophone, Keyon Harold on trumpet and Saunders Sermon on trombone are at the top of their game and recorded this gem at The Magic Shop in New York City. Continue reading
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