THE JAZZ CHILL CORNER SEAN WAYLAND RELEASES 23RD ALBUM - BARRENJOEY |  |
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Posted: 03 Mar 2014 12:37 PM PST
Australian-born pianist, composer and keyboardist Sean Wayland has released the 23rd studio album of his prolific career, a magnificent and stylized take on jazz and funk with roots in Australian rock. In fact, this album, 'Barrenjoey', takes its name from Wayland's homeland in Australia (not, as those familiar with the New York jazz scene might think, from famous local drummer Joey Baron). This album tells a different story, and one that's highly personal to Wayland.
"I was inspired by surfing in Australia, New South Wales Coast, and Australian rock circa 1980," says Wayland. "The title track is about a tombolo, or tied island, attached to palm Beach, the most northerly point of the Sydney region." It's not difficult to hear these inspirations shine through, particularly on the title track. With drumbeats that crash like waves, the landscape and the lighthouse the lyrics speak of come to life through the song. The passionate musicality and life of this album will transport listeners to the Australia of Wayland's youth. |
