Search - Tom Scott :: New Found Freedom

"Tom Scott is Mr. Smooth in the genre of Jazz"

J. Lovins | Missouri-USA | 11/09/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Higher Octave gives us an insight to the talented Tom Scott with his latest release ~ "New Found Freedom". Tom is joined by some of the best musicians around today Val Watson (vocals), Ann Nesby (lead/backup vocals), Daniel Rodriguez (lead vocals), George Duke (acoustic piano), Nathan East (bass), Jonathan Butler (acoustic guitar), Craig Chaquico (lead guitar), Kurt "KC" Clayton (keyboards/programming), Gerald McCauley (programming), Alex Al (bass), Marcus Miller (bass), Abe Laboriel (bass), Ricky Lawson (cymbals), Luis Conte (percussion), Craig T. Cooper (rhythm/wah guitars), Paul Jackson (rhythm/wah guitars), Craig T. Cooper (rhythm/wah guitars), Larry McGee (electric guitar), Billy Preston (B3 organ), Mikael Sandgren (wurlitzer), Jonathan Barnes (trumpet/flugelhorn), Ricky Lawson (drums) and Greg Thomas (tenor sax) just to name a few, make this special event in the genre of Jazz and R&B creative with inventive avenues ~ gotta love it!With all Tom Scott albums there are stand outs ~ "(DON'T YOU WANNA) JAM", takes us into the land of funk, with an intoxicating beat and arrangement ~ "EVERYTHING MUST CHANGE", a ballad to end all ballads with Daniel Rodriguez velvety voice mixed with Scott's haunting sax takes you into dreamsville.Hats off to Higher Octave for this array of musicians performing music that's excellent for the end of a hard day, sit back and relax you're in for a seductive event in the world of jazz by TOM SCOTT!Total Time: 50:42 on 10 Tracks ~ Higher Octave Jazz HOJ-42375 ~ (2002)"

New Found Freedom is "Yummy and Quite Fabulous"

prismstargs | Brooklyn, NY USA | 03/10/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

""I went out and bought this CD and I loved "New Found Freedom". Now, I am not easy to please when it comes to jazz , but I truly enjoyed this CD. This CD is upbeat and sassy, sort of funky, sophisticated and yet has a romantic mix of smooth easy listening songs. It's quite a stirring and intoxicating musical cocktail one might say. Yes,Tom Scott takes you on a journey to places you've never been with his sweet magnificent Sax. I enjoy driving while it plays. You can actually really savor each song and there are a number of songs on this CD that really make you want to "quake and groove" to the music (and I never thought I'd say that). It's a perfect "drive-away" CD or just a nice CD to cozy up with someone special by the fireplace, or enjoy with friends by the pool. It's the perfect CD to just let your mind drift and unwind while you dance with someone or just soak alone in the tub with a nice array of soft lit candles. This is a serious CD with one truly excellent collection of songs which will melt your stress away and it has something in it for everyone. Tom Scott's friends know that he is a truly humble guy and he'd probably say no to this, but those who know his track record have no doubt that he is one of the legendary saxophone players of our time and this CD is really yummy and quite fabulous. Scott knew what people wanted to hear, while he was cooking up this latest and quite delectable CD. Get it now!!! Carmen, NYC.""

UMPH! Oh so good !

R. warren | Washington, DC | 01/27/2004

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I agree with Mr. Jim a reviewer from MO. This is a really great album/CD. I am old school. You have some really great vocals here with Ann Nesby and Jonathan Butler. I don't see how anyone can put this CD down. Everything about this cd is outstanding. I highly recommend this cd just like I would Grover Washington. This is for the jazz buff and the party people. The cut Can you stand the rain is umph. I want to be with you makes you want to find somebody if you don't have. If you can get this CD, I suggest you do. I am not the best writer here, but I can bet your heart you will love this CD. Never too far from you check it out. That is a bad cut. Check it out! umph!"