Bond, Mike
Bounce Castle, 2020, CD
Instrument: Piano
Issue: 26.2
Jazz Ruler Type: Bebop
Performance: 4
Sound: 3
Score: 74
O’s Notes: Pianist and composer Mike Bond sprinkles some first call talent into his debut recording as a leader, The Honorable Ones. Steve Wilson (sax) and Ben Wolfe (b) lead a fine team of musicians that help Mike realize his dreams. We enjoyed the tranquility of “Railroad” and the warmer selections like “Verus Vita” and “It’s A Long Way Back” as well as the spirited “Chase The Wind”. Guest vocalist Claudia Acuña appears on two selections notably the delicate “More I See You”. Gene Shinozaki (beatbox vocals) performs on three songs notably the title track. We have ample reasons to look for more from Bond!
Publicist: Lydia Liebman Promotions
