25th July 2019: Latest reviews and features for Gabriel Grossi’s ‘#motion’

The passion and energy in the performances of Brazilian harmonicist Gabriel Grossi are as crystal clear as the sounds and atmospheres he produces from one of the smallest yet evocative instruments on the bandstand. Described by legendary Toots Thielemans as his successor, Grossi’s many collaborations have included Chico Buarque, Ivan Lins, Guinga and Snarky Puppy. Now he releases his first live album, #motion, on Whirlwind – a joyous celebration of his career to date, dedicated to those he loves, featuring his latest quintet: trombonist Sergio Coelho, pianist Eduardo Farias, bassist André Vasconcellos and drummer Rafael Barata. Guest appearances including celebrated fellow countryman Hermeto Pascoal.

#motion is now available, as part of our 10 new vinyl releases in association with Diggers Factory, for preorder in Limited Edition 12″ Vinyl (180 Gram) here.

Here’s summary of Gabriel’s recent traction:

“An emotional appreciation of his beloved, expressed with great skill with the seductive charm of the harmonica and its musical flexibility.”
UK Vibe (full review)

JazzBluesNews.Space (full feature)

“Brazilian harmonica master Gabriel Grossi’s #motion (Whirlwind) is a more natural sounding live jam, mixing harmonica melancholy, rolling Brazilian anthems, and the legendary Hermeto Pascoal trading vocal gibberish with the crowd.”
The Guardian

Played on Performance Series & Full Circle
JazzFM

TOUR DATES

21st September – Gabriel Grossi – Bimhuis, Amsterdam, NL