les mccann invitation to openness cd album re rm Concord Jazz "Kyllikki"

"Kyllikki"

painting vivid musical tableaux

Second Dish

Ridin' The Boogie 2:19

sometimes unsettling pieces that capture the mystery and darkness of folk superstitions

les mccann invitation to openness cd album re rm Concord Jazz "Kyllikki"Les McCann is an American pianist and vocalist known for his soulful touch and ability to move fluidly between hard bop, soul jazz, funk, and fusion territories. This 2015 recording finds him exploring an open, accessible sound drawing on his entire career arc. His piano touches are warm and conversational, settling into grooves that let musicians breathe and interact. The album balances introspective moments with outright funk and soul