Blue Moka is a Hammond organ led combo. This self-titled album reflects a Blue Note like approach and organist Alberto Gurrisi owes more than a nod towards Jimmy Smith. Trumpeter Fabrizio Rosso, veteran of the Italian Jazz scene (Mario Biondi/ Nicola Conte) adds his rich soulful Hubbard like playing to several tracks. Standout is the cover of Wayne Shorter’s ‘Footprints’. The bright if gritty ‘Mesi 30’ is a fine waltz-based tune, whilst ‘Bacon v Tofu’ and ‘Lotus Flower’ swing. Very nice Italian Jazz set that grows on you.
Track listings:
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01 30 Mesi by Blue Moka
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02 Bacon Vs Tofu by Blue Moka
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03 Futura by Blue Moka
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04 Clear by Blue Moka
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05 I Felt This For You by Blue Moka
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06 I-Rig by Blue Moka
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07 Beauty by Blue Moka
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08 Brazilian Like by Blue Moka
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09 Lotus Flower by Blue Moka
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10 Footprints by Blue Moka
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11 Mister by Blue Moka
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