Disk of 2021
Pat Metheny: album "Side_Eye NYC", Jazzy Hour, 9th of November
Another disc that saves us from any discussion and lefts us without words is the concert recorded by Pat Metheny, titled "Side_Eye NYC". In fact, every production signed by this grand musician becomes influential and successful, no matter the unit of measurement. Aged 67, with years' worth of diverse and magnificent discography, he starts a collaboration project with young and fabulous musicians that fit his musical vision. He adds to the trio formula the keyboard playerJames Franciesas well as a few drummers, depending on the variant, taking the Gary Burton method, which in the early 70s gave Metheny the chance to view it in the light of his experience. The concert recorded in New York features Marcus Gilmore as a drummer and consists of mostly new tracks, plus some classic titles from the guitarist's repertoire, such as "Bright Size Life". The group is enthusiastically taking over the repertoire, giving it new energy and perspectives and exposing the ultimate form of modern jazz. A musical superlative, to our greatest enjoyment. The "Side_Eye" concept is a new magnum opus of the leader and a dream opportunity for young people who come to play for this group and take on from Metheny's experience, thus completing a rich and uniform cycle of influence.