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The New York Times is one of numerous publications to declare that Kurt Elling is the "standout male vocalist of our time," and The Gate, Elling's follow-up to his Grammy-winning Dedicated to You, is among his strongest albums—and perhaps the finest of his career.
Produced by Don Was (Rolling Stones, Bonnie Raitt, Bob Dylan), The Gate is a musical collection in which boundaries cease to exist, a sensibility enhanced by producer Don Was, who had expressed the desire to work with Elling—an opportunity which Elling found irresistible.
"I first heard Kurt on the local jazz station and was knocked out by his exotic blend of soul, technique, intelligence and charismatic hipness," Was recalls. "He made this diverse collection of songs his own—and we had a blast."
"What Don brought to this project," said Elling, "was his love of music and musicians, and a confidence that liberated us from all concern. He is the consummate producer and this was an extraordinary experience—my favorite in a studio."
Six people disliked this really? Wow!
joninehritamusic 3 months ago
If you liked the guitar solo, check out works by Pat Metheny, Larry Coryell, Al Di Meola. You will probably like them as well.
garydmclean 3 months ago
Spettacular voice.
Gekkyspagero 3 months ago
don't matter if you can't get down with jazz or not, everyone has an appreciation for it..it's a universal appreciation..it's just flat out impressive
mothulicka 5 months ago
Holly GOOD LORD who is that guitar player again? What an amazing solo!!
I heard this on NPR this morning on my way out the door..and was stopped dead in my tracks listening to this incredible guitar solo. One of the most creative and interesting things I have ever heard on guitar..
lclaughton 6 months ago
"The Gate" is such an amazing album.
Deanluis 8 months ago
just ... WOW !!!
baxtalo75 8 months ago