Colours [:04:19] |
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Fish In The Sea feat. Angeline Morrison [:03:14] |
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Ticking Over [:04:26] |
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Hawt Sauce [:03:39] |
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Soul Clap [:03:22] |
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Freestyle Records springs into 2011 with the release of the debut album Colours by Frootful, which is the name guitarist Nick Radford records under. The project bridges the gap between past and present, acknowledging influences, while reflecting the creative process of looking back to move forward. Those classic influences include 60s soul-jazz, latin, ska and R&B. Being an accomplished guitarist, Nick also cites players such as Grant Green, Kenny Burrell, B...
"A sublime collection of songs with a splendid mix of quality songs and brilliant production by Mr. Lack of Afro. Made by a fellow Radford. So top banana"
Diesler
Diesler
"love the 60's jazz appeal..alot of this re-surging now..love it"
Osunlade
Osunlade
"Excellent stuff for a debut album, this could be a favorite release from Freestyle."
DJ Graham B
DJ Graham B
"Ultra-cool vibe. Great blend of vintage-hipster and contemporary sounds."
Burnt Toast Radio Show
Burnt Toast Radio Show
"classy and tasteful afro latin soul jazz just right for your next after-hours shin dig."
Rumpus Room Radio Show
Rumpus Room Radio Show
"This is the type of album that I wished Blue Note would put out. However, Freestyle adequately fills that gap! Solid Selection!"
Black & Blue Radio Show, Paul Gamblin
Black & Blue Radio Show, Paul Gamblin
"Ya got me at Grant Green and Kenny Burrell! Great to see those guys referenced. Some fresh, timeless funky sounds here. Another winner from the house of Freestyle."
Further Out Recordings, Richard E
Further Out Recordings, Richard E
"Lovely album. Beautiful summery laid back feel, and the playing is excellent! Great addition to the Freestyle stable"
Criag Charles Show, Simon Hodge
Criag Charles Show, Simon Hodge
"I have loved listening to this album and there's enough killer tracks on here to keep me happy for months"
Basic Soul Radio Show, Simon Harrison
Basic Soul Radio Show, Simon Harrison
"A tour de force of jazz-influenced vibes, encapsulating soul, funk, R&B and much more besides, all bundled together with a maestro's ear for the classic and sublime"
DJ Richie Vegas
DJ Richie Vegas
"Jazz FM playlisted and also 'Album Of The Week'"
Jazz FM
Jazz FM
"This debut LP from English guitarist Nick Radford broadens the scope some more, helping Freestyle live up to its name. Tasty jazz-dance, frisky blues and exotica movie grooves all give the nod to greats such as Wes Montgomery, George Benson and Grant Green on this offering."
Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Morning Herald