Michel Camilo - Triangulo (2002)

Born in the Dominican Republic, Michel Camilo's music is rich with Caribbean rhythms that are wedded to engaging harmonic and melodic sensibilities and draw on the whole of jazz over the 20th century. With complex chordal rhythms and melodies that evoke his homeland, Camilo reminds one of both McCoy Tyner and Chick Corea. Besides his own albums, he's also been an important presence on recordings by Paquito D'Rivera. Known for his work in the traditional trio format, Camilo has broadened the scope of the genre via his writing and arrangements, so that the three players take on qualities that are truly orchestral. Cuban drummer Horacio Hernandez and bassist Anthony Jackson are perfectly matched to Camilo's vision. Triangulo dazzles as Camilo's seven new compositions are joined by three well-chosen covers (including Dizzy Gillespie's "Con Alma"). Quietly nestled amidst the propulsive festivities is the gorgeous ballad "Just Like You," which finds all three players excelling at playing less and less, and at the volume of a whisper. --David Greenberger

Tracklist:

1. Piece Of Cake	Listen	Listen
2. La Comparsa	Listen	Listen
3. Mr. C.I.	Listen	Listen
4. Afterthought	Listen	Listen
5. Anthony's Blues	Listen	Listen
6. Con Alma	Listen	Listen
7. Las Dos Lorettas	Listen	Listen
8. Just Like You	Listen	Listen
9. Descarga For Tito (Puente)	Listen	Listen
10. dotcom-bustion	Listen	Listen

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