"After The Rush" the new album from Aaron Benson is as fresh as it is
timeless!! A mix of smooth and exciting sounds drawing from Cool Jazz, Soul, R'n'B, Latin and infused with a touch of Uptown Blues - The CD has instantly
been met with much acclaim! Aaron is a guitarist with that rare ability to transcend genres. Born in
Melbourne Australia and having performed in a multitude of settings around the
world his music captures the feeling of today even when playing homage to
yesterday.
His mellifluous melodies, cool grooves, and earthy sophistication are all
represented here displaying a seductive blend of strong musicianship,
versatility and a keen ear for creating exciting and inspiring music ... While
heavily influenced by many of the great guitarists both old and new - the thing
that gives his music an extra dimension is an equally un-abated love for
expressive vocalists. This adds a lyrical quality to his songs and arrangements
that captures the ears of anyone with an appreciation of great melodies,
soulful tones and consummate playing ...
Whether it be the uplifting funky flavour of
"Uptown Avenue" the streetwise
groove of "The Chase Is On" or the tantalizing "My Love is your Love" and
"When
Hearts are Singing" - these songs are beautifully balanced with the sleek and
sensual "Slo Notion" and luxurious "Your Soulful Whisper" which is a prelude
of more things to come. The singing tone of "Havana Moonlight" certainly
delivers a spark that could fire up many different occasions with it's hypnotic
Latin rhythms and simmering guitar lines.
Other highlights of the CD are the slinky
Barry White meets Wes Montgomery
cover "Practice What You Preach" and the atmospheric closing ballad
"Way Past
Midnight" which conjures up all kinds of images from classic cinematic moments,
old smoky jazz clubs through to romantic endeavours - finesse is the key word
here.
Virtually immediately upon release the CD has garnered an enthusiastic
response and radio airplay..."The Smooth Jazz Network"
has added four tracks
to its playlist along with being presented as a featured artist on the "Jazz
across the World Program"...... with others rapidly following suit.
A meeting with
Carlos Santana inspired Carlos enough to refer to Aaron
as a 'very happening gentleman'. These types of accolades and a continual desire
to produce high quality yet accessible material are a credit to his ongoing
appeal. Aaron continues to evolve with his fingers on the pulse and as a
recording artist with fresh and no doubt enduring works.
The above material along with the tasty
BONUS CD with solo guitar
interpretations of Soul/Latin/Classic pieces by Stevie Wonder, Randy
Crawford, Donny Hathaway, Roberta Flack, Antonio Carlos Jobim and original songs is a
wonderful tonic to today's hectic pace...... The perfect soundtrack for a long
day carrying through to a great night! CHECK IT OUT!!!!!!!!
Richard Leche
(Artist Management)
