Name: Canvas by Robert Glasper
Brand: Robert Glasper
SKU: 724347713057
Price: 9.9 USD
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4 (70 reviews)

ALBUM

Canvas is pianist Robert Glasper's second recording, and his first on Blue Note. He's joined by bassist Vincente Archer and drummer Damion Reid for the main portion of Canvas, while tenor Mark Turner and vocalist Bilal make two appearances each. Perhaps the first thing a listener might note of Glasper's style on the original, "Rise and Shine," is its rich, melodic flavor. While this lyricism alone would draw the listener in, it's Glasper's ability to develop new ideas as the piece progresses, adding complexity to his lyricism, that really recommends his approach. In the case of the title cut, Glasper and company keep the composition intriguing for nearly ten minutes. It's also nice on Canvas that both Archer and Reid match Glasper's adventurousness, providing an intricate net that both supports his solos and drives them onward. Turner blends effortlessly into the band on the title cut and Herbie Hancock's "Riot," adding a slightly bigger sound and turning in fine lead work. The vocals come rather late in the program on tracks seven and ten, and are not typically what one might expect from vocals (even in jazz). Instead, Bilal's wordless drone, hum, and smooth choral backing mixes like an additional instrument that adds another textural element to the music. Canvas also sounds great, and producer Eli Wolf has done a fine job putting these elements together into an organic whole. Canvas is both melodic and adventurous, and will please both Glasper's fans and anyone who appreciates good piano jazz. ~ Ronnie D. Lankford, Jr.

1. Rise And Shine

by Robert Glasper

Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Performer: Vicente Archer
Damion Reid; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

2. Canvas

by Robert Glasper

Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Performer: Mark Turner
Damion Reid
Vicente Archer; Performer
Tenor Saxophone: Mark Turner; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

3. Portrait Of An Angel

by Robert Glasper

Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Performer: Vicente Archer
Damion Reid; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

4. Enoch's Meditation

by Robert Glasper

Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Performer: Vicente Archer
Damion Reid; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

5. Centelude

by Robert Glasper

Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Performer: Vicente Archer
Damion Reid; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

6. Jelly's Da Beener

by Robert Glasper

Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Performer: Vicente Archer
Damion Reid; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

7. Chant

by Robert Glasper

Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Keyboard: Robert Glasper; Performer
Percussion: Robert Glasper; Performer
Performer: Damion Reid
Robert Glasper
Bilal Oliver
Vicente Archer; Performer
Vocals: Bilal Oliver; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

8. Riot

by Robert Glasper

Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Keyboard: Robert Glasper; Performer
Performer: Damion Reid
Robert Glasper
Vicente Archer; Performer
Composer: Herbie Hancock; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

9. North Portland

by Robert Glasper

Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Performer: Vicente Archer
Damion Reid; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

10. I Remember

by Robert Glasper

Primary Artist: Robert Glasper; Main Performer
Bass: Vicente Archer; Performer
Drums: Damion Reid; Performer
Keyboard: Robert Glasper; Performer
Performer: Damion Reid
Robert Glasper
Bilal Oliver
Vicente Archer; Performer
Vocals: Bilal Oliver; Performer
Composer: Robert Glasper; Composer
Producer: Eli Wolf; Production

Technical Specifications

Volume

1 volume only

Tracks

10 tracks available

Type

ALBUM

Format

Digital Media

Duration

1 hour, 6 minutes and 28 seconds

Explicit

None

Coverart

Available and up to 1500x1500 px

Booklet

Not available

Max Quality

CD Quality (Lossless)

16bit / 44.1 kHz

Stereo

Audio Extension

Lossless: FLAC, M4A, WAV, WV, AIFF

Lossy: AAC, MP3, M4A, MP4, OGA, OGG, OPUS, WMA

Archive Format

Available in these formats: ZIP, TAR, RAR

Lyrics

No lyrics found

Synchronized Lyrics

No synced lyrics found

Genres

Jazz, Mainstream Jazz, Post Bop

Label

Blue Note Records

Music Distribution Service

UMG Global

Country

United States

Language

English (United States)

Popularity

Release Date

Oct 3, 2005

Track Preview

Available

Delivery Charge

Free

Delivery Method

Digital download link via Email or Personal Dashboard on this site

UPC

724347713057

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Canvas

1. Rise And Shine

2. Canvas

3. Portrait Of An Angel

4. Enoch's Meditation

5. Centelude

6. Jelly's Da Beener

7. Chant

8. Riot

9. North Portland

10. I Remember

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Canvas

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1. Rise And Shine

2. Canvas

3. Portrait Of An Angel

4. Enoch's Meditation

5. Centelude

6. Jelly's Da Beener

7. Chant

8. Riot

9. North Portland

10. I Remember

Technical Specifications