![]() ![]() There is also a taster for his next album in the shape of “The Dreamer” which shows he’s not ready to rest on his laurels just yet. ![]() ![]() There is an array of top jazz talent on display here with the likes of smooth jazz saxophonist Sam Riney, trumpeter Warren Gale, drummer Vinnie Colaiuta alongside countless others, so there is no doubting the musical ability on offer. It goes right back to the seventies for a couple of tracks from his early days with Satori and then meanders through the decades with songs touching on new age and ambient as well as his core jazz sound. I did not know that Professor X was a musician as well as running a school for mutants but it just goes to show you because Charles Xavier is releasing a compilation album highlighting twenty years worth of releases showcasing his work as a jazz musician and producer. Abetted by a bunch of cool talent that’s played with everyone and is pleased to take the opportunity to step out for some spotlight time, this is the kind of set that moves and grooves in just they way you want an after hours set to do just that. MIDWEST RECORD, CHRIS SPECTOR, Editor and PublisherĬulled from six of the label’s recent releases, the driving wheel between it all is label owner Charles Xavier who let’s his jazz roots take root in a party mode. This album is truly as good as it gets with regard to his musicianship combined with those around him. "The Xman brings us an incredible new compilation that spans 20 plus years of The Xman's releases. The new digital single, "The Dreamer,” is an electronic instrumental that opens up avenues for dreams untold.Ĭritic Reviews - Happy Note Records Sampler 2016 Get tasty bites from six different CD releases, ranging from contemporary jazz to experimental, genre-bending fusion soundscapes and designs. The Sampler highlights the many amazing summits and other timeless moments created live and in the studio with friends and music colleagues. D reams and Adventure through music has been the life force in the Xman's journey. ![]()
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