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Mike Moreno: Another Way

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Though it's difficult to stand out in a climate where new names appear almost daily, Mike Moreno has proven to be one of the more identifiable young jazz guitarists in recent years. At home in a number of settings, his fluid style has been found in the abstract hip hop styling of Q-Tip's The Renaissance (Universal Motown, 2008) and has received accolades from
Pat Metheny
guitar
b.1954
" data-original-title="" title="">Pat Metheny who commented that Moreno's is "A really talented guy who impressed me beyond the notes, for his general feeling, and what he's going for." And it's not just Moreno's playing that impresses—his compositional prowess also garners attention on Another Way , his fourth recording as a leader.

Similar to his 2007 debut Between The Lines (World Culture Music), Another Way features Moreno compositions performed by a robust ensemble that includes rising vibe players
Warren Wolf
vibraphone
b.1979
" data-original-title="" title="">Warren Wolf and
Chris Dingman
vibraphone
" data-original-title="" title="">Chris Dingman . The combination of guitar, vibes, and piano (longtime associate
Aaron Parks
piano
b.1983
" data-original-title="" title="">Aaron Parks is a great outlet for Moreno's contemporary charts that find inspiration from Maurice Ravel to
Wayne Shorter
saxophone
1933 - 2023
" data-original-title="" title="">Wayne Shorter , while speaking the guitarist's own dialect.

"Spinning Wheel" is a good example of Moreno's forward-thinking melodicism. The sound is layered, elevated by the chordal instruments' communication and spacious solos. Known for his labyrinthine runs on electric guitar, Moreno's acoustic technique is equally impressive and surfaces in two duo pieces with Parks "Waking the Dance" and "The Mariner" further emphasizing their simpatico lyricism.

The set isn't one-dimensional. The darkly tinted vibe of "The Fifth Element" is built around a persistent groove that's glued by
Matt Brewer
bass
b.1983
" data-original-title="" title="">Matt Brewer and
Ted Poor
drums
" data-original-title="" title="">Ted Poor 's rhythmic flexibility; only to be followed by "Show Fall," a gorgeous meandering piece with nuanced shades. The addition of vibraphones is another determining factor on two of the set's hottest pieces—"One And A Half" and "Behind The Wall"—both spotting the inventive mallet of newcomer
Warren Wolf
vibraphone
b.1979
" data-original-title="" title="">Warren Wolf and Moreno's blistering guitar.

Another Way continues Moreno's pattern of excellence and individuality while being open to new possibilities. ">

Track Listing

The Spinning Wheel; Waking the Dance; One And A Half; Show Fall; Another Way; Behind The Wall; The Mariner; Mirror Mirror.

Personnel

Mike Moreno
Mike Moreno
guitar

Mike Moreno: guitars; Aaron Parks: piano; Warren Wolf: vibraphone (1-3, 5-9); Matt Brewer: bass; Ted Poor: drums (2-9); Chris Dingman: vibraphone (4); Jochen Reuckert: drums (1).

Album information

Title: Another Way | Year Released: 2012 | Record Label: World Culture Music

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Mike Moreno CD/LP/Track Review Mark F. Turner World Culture Music United States pat metheny Warren Wolf Chris Dingman Aaron Parks Wayne Shorter Matt Brewer Ted Poor Another Way

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