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DRIVEN
With his debut CD, Driven, Matthew has formally entered the jazz scene as a performer and composer of note. Recording with jazz greats Ron Blake, Freddie Hendrix, Gerald Clayton, and Ulysses Owens, he was able to capture innovative and sophisticated performances on newly created original works that maintain ties to the history of jazz.
Track Listing:
The Slow Stride
Seventh Sun
A Mean Lean
Yellow Bird
Lisa's Song
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Big Money and the Left Side
Someday I May Be Far Away
Driven
Lowcountry Boil
Secret Love
Nouakchott
Personnel:
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Matthew Rybicki: bass
Ron Blake: tenor and soprano saxophones
Freddie Hendrix: trumpet, flugelhorn
Michael Dease, trombone
Gerald Clayton: piano
Ulysses Owens Jr.: drums
Matthew Baranello: percussion
Selloane Nkehla: vocals
LISTEN
The Slow Stride
00:00 / 06:44
Seventh Sun
00:00 / 04:56
A Mean Lean
00:00 / 05:21
Yellow Bird
00:00 / 04:07
Big Money & the Left Side
00:00 / 05:39
Someday I May Be Far Away
00:00 / 05:24
Driven
00:00 / 07:29
Lowcountry Boil
00:00 / 05:56
Secret Love
00:00 / 05:27
Nouakchott
00:00 / 09:08
REVIEWS
“He has a knack for instantly singable melodies.”
Jon Ross, Downbeat
“Rybicki commands a strong, pliable tone that signals him the expert leader of the dance, effortlessly twirling his partners through complex rotations, then slipping unnoticed from support role to front-and-center.”
Matt Marshall, All About Jazz
“...the results reap the benefits of his patience. With the help of a great backing band and a nimble pen, he has proven he is more than ready for the spotlight.”
Sean O’Connell, The New York City Jazz Record
“...the wait was overdue, as this CD has a polish and professionalism that rises well above an artist’s first CD.”
Jeff Krow, Audiophile Audition
“A dead solid perfect Blue Note/Verve burner in spirit, whether hipster or moldy fig, these jazz chops just make you drop your teeth.”
Chris Spector, Midwest Record
“With degrees from Berklee and Juilliard and sideman experience with the best jazz players in the city, he waited until age 37 to record his first CD. The results are worth the wait…”
North Country Public Radio February 19, 2011
“Driven is a rare bird—a memorable, sharply attenuated date with a steady momentum and standout solos.”
Nick Bewsey, Icon Magazine
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