On the foundation of instrumental creation of the Brazilian-born composer and Grammy-winner Heitor Pereira a beguiling, sensitive soundscape is created. Jazz, blues, pop and bossa nova were merged into a seamless whole, which spared the monotony. The cultural influences that have gone into this album, make it a surprising and complex work.
"The Absence" is subjective, poetic summary of a journey through many corners of the globe, which has played in the development of this new album, the title role. With a diverse range of compositions and lyrics, told and staged Melody Gardot confident that her experiences. From the fragmentation of time arise encounters, little stories, quiet and thrilling moments. The special thing about it: the inclined Auditorium is made to feel, to be part of their experiences.
Compared to "My One And Only Thrill" and "Worrisome Heart" acts "The Absence" diverse, energetic, mood-lifting. It invites you to dream and linger. Melody Gardot understands like no other, to add their musical and lyrical skills together. Thus developed each song its certain appeal. Bit by bit you can immerse yourself in another world. Deciding to buy a single song and listen to it on their own, will be difficult. You have to let the scant 45 minutes and full handling work on you. If that succeeds, will remain enchanted.
Production-wise the CD is at the highest, audiophile level. This was no different for the last two albums. The orchestration is masterly. It's really fun to listen to the gentle sounds of the piano, the Portuguese guitar or castanets. And there was also this confusing snap of the fingers. I especially like "Se voce me ama" - the duet recording of Melody Gardot and Heitor Pereira - "My heart will not have it any other way", "So We Meet Again My Heartache," "So Long" and " Lisboa ".
Unfortunately, the release of the limited edition has been postponed to 1 June in the short term. In the meantime, is specified as Estimated delivery to June 22. I'm waiting ...
*****
May 30, 2012
Quick update: The supposed crackling at "So long" is not an error in the audio production, yet a snap of the fingers (as suggested by me). Melody Gardot was so nice and has in this respect the request of reviewers from the US answered. During their long journey, they met a lot of very talented but poor, living on the streets musicians who made noise with their hands and mouths. One of these musicians - small, sitting next to the rest of the group and with a smile on his face - this produced sound that now causes confusion and excitement, with his fingernails.
A wonderful story! :-)
