Simon Oslender, Steve Gadd & Will Lee - All That Matters (2024) [Hi-Res]

'All That Matters' offers everything that is musically most important to German pianist Simon Oslender - and picks up on what his roots are: R&B, blues, soul, gospel and funk. And the instrument he began learning at the age of five also finds its rightful place here - the good old Hammond B3. And thus, a very personal album - and with the presence of legendary drummer Steve Gadd and another legend, bassist Will Will Lee, the fulfilment of one of his biggest personal dreams. Two American giants of the studio scene - musical innovators who have both accompanied all the greats of R&B, pop, soul, funk, blues and jazz on countless records - and countless times side by side, together.

This illustrious line-up is completed by Germany's leading groove specialist among guitarists, Bruno Muller, and the excellent alto saxophonist Jakob Manz, who - despite his young age - has a deep connection with groove jazz. Featured as a special guest is Swedish trombonist extraordinaire Nils Landgren, one of the strongest and most recognizable voices in the jazz world today.

Music that should - above all - convey a good feeling is truly in good hands with these musicians.