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- Summary: The latest full-length release from saxophonist Sam Gendel features a guest appearance from Meshell Ndegeocello on the album of covers of R&B songs by such artists as Aaliyah, Erykah Badu, Beyoncé, Boyz II Men, Ginuwine and SWV.
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- Record Label: Nonesuch
- Genre(s): Electronic, Jazz, R&B, Pop/Rock, Contemporary R&B, Jazz Instrument, Experimental Electronic, Avant-Garde Jazz, Alternative R&B, R&B Instrumental, Free Improvisation, Saxophone Jazz
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MojoMar 14, 2023CookUp highlights Gendel's daring interpretative strengths. [Apr 2023, p.87]
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Mar 14, 2023A maverick saxophonist and sonic experimentalist, Sam Gendel applies his distinctive approach to contemporary R&B hits on his inventive 2023 covers album, COOKUP.
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Mar 14, 2023Cookup soars when the players’ interpretations converge into new creations, and the source material becomes a portal to a new dimension. The vestiges of old melody may remain, but Gendel’s best reimaginings illuminate subtle resonances and hidden pleasures.
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UncutMar 14, 2023Gendel makes it all appear effortless - as usual. [Apr 2023, p.26]