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CRÈME ANGLAISE ~ CRÈME ANGLAISE GONZO 012 (Barcode: 5060230860404) ~ UK ~ Jazz Recorded: 2006 Released: 2010 Debut album by British Jazz sextet Crème AnglaiseFind albums by this artist led by veteran keyboardist / composer Mark HartFind albums by this artist (of SupertrampFind albums by this artist fame) with saxophonist John HelliwellFind albums by this artist, guitarist Mike WalkerFind albums by this artist, pianist Arthur LeaFind albums by this artist, bassist Geth GriffithFind albums by this artist and drummer Ben BryantFind albums by this artist. Vocalist Barbara WalkerFind albums by this artist guests on a few tracks. The band performs a set of mostly original compositions, some instrumentals and some with vocal parts, which are very solid and mostly beautifully melodic. The overall performances are excellent, with saxophone and guitar solos being the most notable. Although on the lighter side of Jazz and sometimes bordering with Fusion, this is a very good example of well composed and well played music, which although accessible retains its musical qualities without compromise. Recommended to listeners, who enjoy melodic, soulful Jazz!

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