‘LLegue’ means arrived when translated to English and The Reddish Fetish with The Jersey City All Stars is most certainly hot on the scene! Paying tribute to his father Bill Reddish, percussionist Jason T. Reddish has revived a popular sound that will never be forgotten. Bill Reddish was band leader and saxophonist for the Reddish Fetish back in the 1960s and the group included elements of jazz, rock, avant-garde explorations and World Music. The group unfortunately never recorded, but The Reddish Fetish with The Jersey City All Stars fronted by Jason Reddish is making sure this wildly inventive music is lost no more.
The current lineup includes nine members and they are: Roy Suter on Piano and Keyboards, J Hacha De Zola on Vocals, Ben Golder-Novick on Tenor Sax and Clarinet, Indofunk Satish on Trumpets, Ian Kenselaar on Double Bass, Sean David Cunnigham on Violins, Jason Green on Guitar, Jose Yogui Rosario on Congas and Jason T. Reddish on Drums and Percussion. That experimental fusion that the original Reddish Fetish created is now reimagined and revitalized thanks to The Reddish Fetish with The Jersey City All Stars led by Jason T. Reddish.
The album starts off with “Journey Into Satchidananda” that is a composition by Alice Coltrane. The Reddish Fetish with The Jersey City All Stars brings a sophisticated tone to this track with an added layer of intrigue to boot. “Journey Into Satchidananda” is a super creative mix with a phenomenal arrangement, so be prepared to enter a wondrous world full of interesting dynamics. Next, we hear “All The Things You Are” (Kern & Hammerstein II) and right away the listener is hit with one satisfying groove. “All The Things You Are” is rolling your way with major appeal and a sound that sticks. Track three, “Fusion Flower”, by Wayne Shorter supplies superb instrumentation and a smooth performance overall. Enjoy this wild ride as you fully breathe in “Fusion Flower”, which appears to be the perfect batch of musicality. Next, roll up those “5 Sleeves” and don’t look back! With a sturdy beat and catchy melody, “5 Sleeves” offers much depth musically that will captivate you. On the following number, “Senor Blues” by Horace Silver, piercing vocals adds a new layer of sincerity to the mix. I’m really feeling “Senor Blues” and everything that this song has to offer. It’s time to embrace an ear-catching style that instantly connects with the audience on “Moanin” (Bobby Timmons). You are hooked in right from the first note on “Moanin” where the listener will receive an infectious rhythm and fantastic solos. “Naima’s Bossa” by John Coltrane is up next and what you get is a classy touch and pure elegance. “Naima’s Bossa” is musically refined and brilliantly orchestrated as this composition sails along effortlessly. “Little Sunflower” by Freddie Hubbard is fully blooming with a wide array of vibrant colors and textures in place. Prepare to drink in “Lush Life” (Billy Strayhorn) that is one passionate & power-packed performance. Punch drunk love is in the air on “Lush Life”, so remember to responsibly consume this song and feel good from head to toe. A big, bright sound fills the airwaves on “Confirmation” by Charlie Parker. The Reddish Fetish with the Jersey City All Stars is all jazzed UP and raring to GO on “Confirmation”. We end on a high note with a composition by Jason Reddish titled “Shango Can Fly”. An intriguing beat & melody combined with a mysterious tone leaves you with a sense of sheer wonder on “Shango Can Fly”. The quintessential musical storm blows you away with a whirlwind of solid notes on “Shango Can Fly”.
‘LLegue’ has arrived and fans everywhere will enjoy the vast amount of styles being played along with an abundant amount of energy by the band. Jason T. Reddish and The Jersey City All Stars deliver a tasteful and respectful tribute to Bill Reddish and the original Reddish Fetish. There is a perfect balance here where new, fresh takes are expressed while also honoring the past. ‘LLegue’ is sound exploration at its finest and The Reddish Fetish with The Jersey City All Stars brings new life to classic tunes. The future of jazz and fusion is in good hands thanks to The Reddish Fetish with The Jersey City All Stars and the debut release of ‘LLegue’.
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By Jimmy Rae
