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The Hook (Remixes) (Bonus Track Version)
Label: ObliqSound
Released: August 12, 2008
Length: 24min
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***DTD Exclusive*** The evolution of Grand Pianoramax continues with “The Hook”, the first single from Leo Tardin's sophomore release The Biggest Piano In Town on ObliqSound. Tardin, the premiere winner of the Montreux Jazz Festival International Piano Solo Competition, has toured around the world with Grand Pianoramax. Primarily an all-live keyboards/drums duo with occasional guest MCs and vocalists, the group blends Minimoog-synth bass, syncopated keys, organic drumming and freestyle spoken word improv/slam. ... Read More »Tardin and company toured North America and Europe, including a 10-city US tour opening for Maceo Parker at legendary venues including the Fillmore in San Francisco and The Roxy in West Hollywood. This sophomore effort generated rave reviews and features in magazines including downbeat, XLR8R, Jazzthing, Jazzthetik, Piranha, Jazz Magazine, Jazzman and Vibrations. This release reminds listeners of the groundwork that has led to Grand Pianoramax’s worldwide success. DJ Spinna and Stefan Rogall-m.path.iq provide stellar remixes that complement the original while providing additional grooves and interpretations for dancefloor. As a follow-up to the release of The Biggest Piano in Town, “The Hook (Remixes)” allows listeners to experience the project from a variety of sonic perspectives. DJ Spinna’s sophisticated harmonic sense also brings new elements to “The Hook” and expands the soundscape of the track, while retaining its melodic feel. The Stefan Rogall-m.path.iq mixes provide a more energetic approach, picking up the tempo and highlighting the track’s groove. « Read Less
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