Nils Landgren Funk Unit - Paint It Blue (1996)

Paint It Blue album by Nils Landgren Funk Unit was released Jun 01, 2009 on the Act Music + Vision label. One of trombonist Nils Landgren's early inspirations was Cannonball Adderley's group. Paint It Blue is dedicated to Adderley with Landgren performing five songs associated with the altoist plus seven originals that pay tribute to Cannonball's bands. Paint It Blue music CDs Some of the music is in the soul-jazz vein while other tunes (particularly the originals) are more modern, even incorporating a little bit of rap in a couple places. Paint It Blue songs Landgren is a fine trombonist (sometimes a little reminiscent of Wayne Henderson) and he manages to keep up with Michael and Randy Brecker, who in this situation are superior supportive soloists. Paint It Blue album Without merely copying the past, Landgren expands on the legacy of Adderley quite successfully. Paint It Blue CD music ~ Scott Yanow