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| Alexis Valet Releases new single "Ups And Downs" First single to come out before the release of his third album "Following The Sun", Alexis Valet's "Ups And Downs" is an energetic and nervous ode to New York City ! The well-named "Ups and Downs", played in unison by the vibraphone and the tenor, propelled by Kush Abadey's incisive drumming, is during the first part of the composition a reflection of the hectic allure of New York, energetic and nervous. Culminating in a particularly inspired solo by Dayna Stephens, the climate changes in the second half into a groove in which Alexis Valet displays the most lyrical aspect of his playing, ending in a quasi-elegiac finale. What the press says about Alexis Valet: "Valet presents a captivating album" (All About Jazz) "Alexis sets the standard as a composer and asserts himself as one of the voices bringing the vibraphone back to the forefront" (Jazz News, "Indispensable"). Alexis Valet is one to be reckoned with. ★★★★ (Jazz Magazine) "Together, on Valet's compositions, they create music that is dense but accessible, pleasant and beautiful" (Le Soir) Alexis Valet | "Ups And Downs" [single] with: Dayna Stephens | Aaron Parks | Joe Martin | Kush Abadey Release date: Mar 21, 2024 write your comments about the article :: © 2024 Jazz News :: home page |