Release Date: March
1, 2019
Label: Independent
Sometimes words are not necessary and, in this case, it
definitely applies to the music of John Otott. Unspoken is a collection of nine tracks that were recorded at Will
Ackerman’s Imaginary Road Studios. You know if that happens you get an all-star
cast contributing to your album.
The piano is the core instrument that drives the music and
all the other instruments add a certain tasteful ambiance. The violin can be a
prolific piece when added to the piano. “Meraki” is a great example of that
marriage and how wonderful it can be. It is quite simply, sublime.
My favorite track is “Unbreakable.” The mixture of John’s
piano, the violin, fluegelhorn, trumpet, bass, and percussion simmers then an
overflow with magic and pure musical emotion engages you further. Who needs
vocals when instrumental music can be so prolific and moving? Not an artist as
talented as John and his accompaniment that is for certain.
For my ears, the mark of a great recording is how fast it
goes by while I am enjoying every second. In the end, I am disappointed that it
had to stop. That is a good sign as far as I am concerned, and it means I will
be spinning it again real soon.
Unspoken is an
excellent recording that creates a wall of sound that will grace your body,
mind, and soul. The compositions are strong a quite diverse making this a very
attention-getting listen. It will help you to relax, smile inside and then the
weight of your world will just melt away. That is the perfect scenario for any
hard-working man or woman at the end of the day, it is the Unspoken that says it all.
Keith “MuzikMan” Hannaleck
March 15, 2019
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Tracks:
1. A Beautiful Night
2. Sunrise In Avalon
3. The Dance
4. Pieces of Eight
5. Soliloquy
6. Unbreakable
7. Emerald Bay
8. As Now, As Then
9. Meraki
Tracks:
1. A Beautiful Night
2. Sunrise In Avalon
3. The Dance
4. Pieces of Eight
5. Soliloquy
6. Unbreakable
7. Emerald Bay
8. As Now, As Then
9. Meraki