Friday, June 21, 2019

USA: Sam Dillon Force Field(Posi-Tone Records 2019)

Sam Dillon
Force Field"
catalog: PR8196
release date: May 3, 2019


Saxophonist Sam Dillon unleashes his horn to create a powerful “Force Field” on his first release for Posi-Tone. Joining Dillon on the date is the rhythm section of pianist Theo Hill, bassist David Wong, and drummer Anwar Marshall, along with a few performances by guest artists Michael Dease on trombone, Andrew Gould on alto saxophone and Max Darché on trumpet. With a program of exciting original compositions, and a few tasty covers, the whole session swings into action and shines with bright moments.  As saxophonist and band leader, Sam Dillon is noticeably shifting into another level. Avid listeners will certainly agree that this record is a captivating performance that will encourage jazz enthusiasts to explore the wonders of “Force Field” with amazement and delight.
1. Force Field (S. Dillon)    5:20
2. Go For The Jugular (M. Dease)     5:03
3. Straight Up And Down (C. Corea)     6:20
4. Shift (S. Dillon)    5:30
5. Two Part Problem (S. Dillon)    5:41
6. Flight Of Mind (H. Whitaker)    5:59
7. Hit It (S. Dillon)    5:53
8. Marionette (L. Jansson)    7:27
9. Dexterity (C. Parker)     3:42
Sam Dillon - tenor sax
Max Darché - trumpet 2,3,4,7
Andrew Gould - alto sax 2,3,4,7
Michael Dease - trombone 2 & 5
Theo Hill - piano, Rhodes 3,6,8
David Wong - bass
Anwar Marshall - drums
produced by Marc Free
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