IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE TIMELESS MAGIC OF ALLAN HARRIS’S “LIVE AT BLUE LLAMA (LIVE)”
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Sometimes all you need is some music and your chair, sit, listen amd enjoy every chord, string and melody. Then immerse yourself into the song’s atmosphere and savour it like your life depends on it and that’s exactly how Allan Harris, the illustrious Brooklyn-born jazz luminary, want us to feel with his latest album “Live at Blue LLama (Live).” With a career spanning over fourteen recordings and a number of accolades, Harris stands as a figure of excellence in the jazz musical world. Well one thing when you listen to this album you realize, is how Harris vocals are passionate and adds an emotional touch to every song which resonates with listeners, and immerse them into his craft. Then again you can’t doubt his ability to create music, wow, it’s like it has no limits, from the way he makes authentic interpretations of the American Songbook to original compositions, he leaves listeners in awe with his performances, something you can even feel ans enjoy on this album. What you should know is, he doesn’t do this alone but backed by his band, Cross That River, Harris delivers a spellbinding blend of jazz, blues, and soul, giving listeners an exceptional experience.
Now the first track on the album, “Sunny (Live),” is a beautiful song that just catapult the album to new heights. But here’s the catch, it’s a song that also pays homage to the classic jazz standard with Harris’s signature style. The song pans out with heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies, and the magic he did on this one is beautiful, the way he sings it, you could feel the emotions in the song from his vocals and that’s just the begining. The song’s lyrics Oozes warmth and optimism, which actually complements Harris’s soothing vocals. Then as the song goes on you hear lines like “Yesterday my life was filled with rain” and “Thank you for the sunshine bouquet,” hinting at a celebration and embracing the transformative power of love and gratitude. The song starts beautifully with a little talk and then those jazz beats hits in hard and smooth building up listeners curiosity and quizzing on what’s to come, then Harris vocals comes in with Sunny! And oh my goodness, the whole experience is amazing. The song makes you know the dark days are gone, and the light days are here then goes on to show gratitude and how love has changed them. Then you’re allowed to enjoy some classical jazz interlude. Beautiful, really beautiful and I love it.
Another track on the album that amazed me is “So What.” This song transport we listeners into a world of storytelling coupled infectious rhythms. Then as you listen along, you realize the song with its groovy basslines and soulful instrumentals, infuses jazz and blues elements. The lyrics lay emphasis on self-expression and self analysis, asking listeners to wonder about life’s mysteries and complexities. Yeah life can be tough and sweet at the same time, just when sometimes you think that’s all, I’ve seen it all, life comes with a mystery that just catches you unaware and makes you realize you can’t predict life. Well after listening to this track, just go ahead enjoy what’s coming cos trust me, you’re gonna be blown away, it’s soothing, magical and really enjoyable, especially with nights where you need to experience love, spend quality time and have fun then this track “Black Coffee Blues(live)” is just perfect.
Bringing the album to an end is the track “Nature Boy.” This song is a hauntingly beautiful rendition of the classic jazz ballad. The track pans out with its elegant harmonies and evocative lyrics, demonstrating how Harris can infuse emotions and create an atmosphere filled with it. The lyrics of “Nature Boy” takes us listeners into a world of wonder and enchantment. The song allows you to enjoy life’s moments, the beauty nature posses and its mysteries. See this album is top notch and can’t be overlooked, skipped and not repeated all over again. The last song just lets you dance your feets off and sign off beautifully from the album with those jazz interlude displays, wow. This is creativity at it’s peak and it straight up becomes a must-listen masterpiece.
Well “Live at Blue LLama (Live)” is not just your regular album, it’s a power packed album, filled with classical songs made from heaven by Allan Harris unique talent and enduring legacy in the world of jazz music. So go ahead and give this album a mad listen and start your week beautifully as this album. ENJOY!! Make sure to check him out on the links below for more;
https://www.instagram.com/allanharrisiii
https://www.youtube.com/allanharris
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