Marc Ayza - Offering (2008)

One of the most in-demand session players in the Spanish jazz scene, Marc Ayza is a versatile, accomplished drummer, whose skills as a bandleader and composer are not to be overlooked. After more than a year in front of this personal project, the breathtaking result come in the form of his debut as leader for Fresh Sound New Talent. An unexpected group that includes Roger Mas on piano and Fender Rhodes, bassist Tom Warburton, DJ Helios and special rap performances of New Yorks MC Core Rhythm on two tracks. This CD is an wonderful slice of music, one that makes for a few completely amazing breaks and a very funky sound overall. Ayza does an remarkable job working in a depth of sound that is way more than just straight jazz or instrumental soul.

Marc Ayza (d), Roger Mas (p, Fender Rhodes, Hammond B3 organ, and Nord Lead II on 10), Tom Warburton (b), DJ Helios (turntables), Core Rhythm (rap vocals on 1 & 7)