This new EP is a melting pot of infused styles as Larry Douglas is animate about the concept of “sound painting”. With elements of jazz, R&B, old-school and new-school hip-hip, ‘Music Speaks For Me’ is like a musical buffet. Listeners can select what they like with a wide selection of tasty tracks to choose from. Larry Douglas will excite your ears with music that doesn’t just speak for him, but for many souls out there.
The record includes Larry Douglas on trumpet, muted trumpet, vibes and flute, LaDamon Douglas on synthesizer, piano, Rhodes, drum programming and scratches, Clifford Lamb on piano, Prentice Spry on piano, Essiet Essiet on bass, Garret Douglas on bass and Jorge Pineda on congos, bongos and clave. With so many different instruments and elements being played upon, ‘Music Speaks For Me’ makes for one fulfilling listen. Music Speaks For Me’ definitely has something for everyone.
The EP kicks off with the title track, “Music Speaks For Me (Feat. Gregory Cone)”, and a smooth-as-ice flow hits your eardrums immediately. With a tight beat in place on “Music Speaks For Me”, you will sway to the left and sway to the right the whole time. Next, we hear an original take on a classic R&B hit as Larry Douglas puts his own spin on “Return of the Mack (Feat. Amen Kush & Jorge Pineda)”. This version of “Return of the Mack” is instrumentally on point with a very distinct and unique approach by Larry Douglas. There is plenty of flavor for everyone on “Return of the Mack” with a bangin’ beat to boot. Track three, “Me and My Cohiba (Feat. Rem Dog)”, has a slick rhythm and catchy hook that will attract many listeners. “Me and My Cohiba” is rhymin’ and stylin’ at its finest! The next song is “Outstanding” and a real attention-grabber that musically & vocally shines. Track five, “They Call Her Zadie Mae (Feat. Clifford Lamb)”, is simply jazzy goodness that is nice ‘n’ mellow. “They Call Her Zadie Mae” has a relaxing vibe overall that will put you at ease. Larry Douglas is going out with a bang and displaying pure class on “All I Am”. Some stellar playing can be heard on “All I Am” to the sound of a classic, golden melody.
Larry Douglas knows how to merge genres and elements in a way that works perfectly and comes across as a winning combination. Larry keeps it all fresh on the new record and he isn’t afraid to take chances musically. Music is the universal language and ‘Music Speaks For Me’ will connect with many people out there.
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By Jimmy Rae