Sam Dillon

Sam Dillon – It Takes One to Know One (2022)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/48 kHz | Time – 57:01 minutes | 673 MB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Cellar Live

This album has been a long time in the making! 20 years of friendship having both grown up on Long Island and many hours of shedding together has come full circle with the release of Takes One To Know One. FUN describes this album best. Two friends coming together to make joyous music. Joined by seasoned veteran Kiyoshi Kitagawa on bass and much talked about young drummer Jimmy MacBride.
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Sam Dillon – Force Field (2019)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/88,2 kHz | Time – 50:54 minutes | 1,03 GB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Posi-Tone Records

Saxophonist Sam Dillon unleashes his horn to create a powerful Force Field on his first release for Posi-Tone. Joining Dillon on the date is the rhythm section of pianist Theo Hill, bassist David Wong, and drummer Anwar Marshall, along with a few performances by guest artists Michael Dease on trombone, Andrew Gould on alto saxophone and Max Darché on trumpet. With a program of exciting original compositions, and a few tasty covers, the whole session swings into action and shines with bright moments. As saxophonist and band leader, Sam Dillon is noticeably shifting into another level. Avid listeners will certainly agree that this record is a captivating performance that will encourage jazz enthusiasts to explore the wonders of Force Field with amazement and delight.

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