Heavens Above!

With the MOBO's here (more on that in a later post) the issue on whether Britain really has got talent rears it's ugly head once again. With Grime being the UK's biggest urban attraction, things may not look that great from an outsiders point of view. One listen to Big City Calling, will leave any doubters on good stead. Leaning heavily on Jazz with a little Funk, Soul, Nu-Jazz & Hip Hop sprinkled evenly throughout, John has created a superb collection of what i like to call, chillax music. From the superb Funk stylings of Hanoi Lullaby & the title track to the uplifting vibe of Transatlantic Love Affair, things are pitched nicely. Vocally John isn't going to win any awards but that is not to say that he doens't get the job done. This is the type of release we should be shwoing off over here. Unfortunately the opposite will happen. Blogs such as mine will praise it. People in the now will seek it out. I'm sure i'll see Johns name on the bill at some lowkey Jazz venues as well. This albbum deserves better than that.

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John Heavens - Big City Calling selection