Ruby Rushton
Trudi's Songbook: Volume Two
Label: 22a
Genre: Jazz / Avant Garde
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Stand out tracks include “Tisbury Truckin”, which is a stunning opener! Starti ng with an atmospheric soundscape it unexpectedly drops into a neck-snapping hip-hop groove with a punchy melodic line before effortlessly sliding into an up-tempo, afro-beat inspired rhythm with strong solos from trumpet and keys in tow. “Song For Christopher” is a heartfelt ballad, which begins with a touching flute solo and conti nues to take the listener on a journey through the emotions, ending in a crescendo of opt mism - a fitting tribute to the late Christopher Rushton.</p>
<p>”Charlott e Emma Victoria” is another strong track and includes some tasteful sousaphone and trombone parts to add extra oomph to its bounce, accompanied by a soaring saxophone solo by band leader Edward Cawthorne (aka Tenderlonious). The album ends with a classic Herbie Hancock jazz-fusion standard, “Butt erfl y”, which the band handle with finesse. A fitting cover that I have no doubt would impress its original writers.</p>
<p>’Trudi’s Songbook: Volume Two’ is a fantastic album, which further solidifies Ruby Rushton’s place on the modern jazz scene. This is a must have album that would hold its own in any jazz enthusiasts record collection - make sure you check it out!<