FLAC (tracks), Lossless | 40:13 | 137 Mb
Jazz
Pasquale Grasso’s eloquent classical technique, jazz phrasing, bebop rhythms, and nimble fret musings have distinguished him as a celebrated 21st century virtuoso, culminating in his latest effort Solo Ballads. Set for April 9 as a digital only release, Grasso augments his repertoire again with five freshly-minted tracks culminating in an expanded edition of his 2020 EP Solo Ballads, Vol. 1. The 10 combined songs represent the first installment of an eventual three-part album series set for release in 2021-2022.
“I chose songs I’ve performed for my whole life. They’re my favorite ballads, and they remind me of my childhood. I’ve got a personal story related to each one,” says Grasso. With five previously-unreleased tracks, Grasso introduces Solo Ballads with an intimate interpretation of the standard “When I Fall In Love.” His pronounced plucking places the arpeggio at the forefront before carrying the instantly recognizable melody—popularized by Natalie Cole and Nat King Cole—with nothing more than his guitar.
Tracklist:
1. Embraceable You (3:55)
2. Over the Rainbow (4:23)
3. These Foolish Things (4:24)
4. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes (4:10)
5. Someone to Watch Over Me (4:12)
6. Darn That Dream (4:28)
7. Body and Soul (4:07)
8. Don’t Blame Me (4:58)
9. When I Fall in Love (2:28)
10. Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye (3:14)