The fabulous saxophone is placed right in the middle. When the other instruments kick in, there is a musical energy that triggers an enormous fun factor and never fails to amaze hi-fi enthusiasts. The information from Tommy Schneider that the band recorded the tracks live in the studio and, in the case of "Ain't No Sunshine", the first take was chosen for the album, is an indication of the professionalism of the musicians.
The songs on this album (nine out of twelve are composed by Tommy Schneider) move between rock, jazz, funk and soul. The band combines these styles very intelligently and combines them into a coherent whole.
They operate six instruments: saxophone, drums, percussion, guitar, flute, and Hammond B3 (including Leslie cabinet). The bass is handled by the Hammond organ. Guitarist Adrian Stern, for example, switches effortlessly between rhythm to solo instruments.
The saxophone is played by Philippe Chrétien from very soulful to powerful. The Hammond organ (Tommy Schneider) is used sometimes sweetly, sometimes authoritatively and then again grippingly.
All instruments an extremely solid and powerful recording have succeeded, which is especially noticeable with the drums (Hans Peter Bartsch) played to the point. The quality feature of this production is a rich and balanced sound.
Album Plan B3 On Vinyl (LP Record) By Tommy Schneider & Friends feat. Adrian Stern & Hans Peter Bartsch, Philippe Chrétien & Massimo Buonanno
Swiss Jazz musicians Tommy Schneider and Brian Auger continue the tradition of the great Jimmy Smith on the Hammond Organ. Tommy released together with superb soloists three albums with groovy and warm sounds from blues, soul and swing, funk and Latino with rock elements from their guitar player.
Composed By: Tommy Schneider
Analogue-Recorded (Live) on November 24th - 27th, 2007 And Mixed December 2007 / January 2008.
Artists:
Tommy Schneider (Hammond Organ, Flute, Percussion)
Adrian Stern (Guitars, Percussion)
Hans Peter Bartsch (Drums, Percussion)
Philippe Chrétien (Saxophone)
The Kolibri Records label produces absolutely high-quality music on analogue reel tapes, LP's and CD's. This makes fun with a lively and powerful sound.
Tommy Schneider & Friends - Plan B3
