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Carbonne Di Piazza Manring

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Reviewed by Jade Abbott

Carbonne Di Piazza Manring is a trio consisting of 3 bassists! Yes. Nothing else except the low end. Each bassist also has one Solo tune on the album
They each have an individual sound and style and technique, which seems to allow for them to pull this feat off. The one word that describes it perfectly is, Elegant

It combines quick mid-tone finger-work, with a lower bass groove and [my favourite]- an extensive use of harmonics and even, every so every so often, a subtle use of effects which collectively present a certain graceful charm. I enjoyed listening to the various timbre's produced by each bass.

Even though the bassist are so excellent there is always that (inevitable) feeling that something is missing... a drum beat. For most of the album anyway – Often they manage to inhabit a whole spectrum of sound and even fulfil the role of drummer, such as in the Duet, Sub-jam

In terms of interests’ sake – it’s the solo songs that keep me listening as they seem to have more of a focus, unlike a lot of the album. Philippe is an AMAZING Solo.
My other favourite song is a duet, Detachment – It perfectly captivates the energy that is bass.

On the whole it is a pleasant listening and certainly presents many elegant ideas.

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