Estratagema concludes the 1st CD with a fiery bang, adding some new colors to Maclean's palate: a significant injection of Latin Jazz and Afro-Cuban influences, as well as a little bit of flamenco flavoring as a nod to the late, great jazz pianist Chick Corea who past only a few months before the recording of this track. Joining Maclean on this track is his producer Brownman Ali who lays down 30+ tracks of layered claves, chekere, guiro, shaker, mambo bell, campana, kata, cymbals, and even drumset creating the effect that Maclean is performing alongside a full Cuban rhythm section! Maclean, about 2/3rd into the track, overdubs synth bass completing the illusion of an entire band at play. This is the only 'non' solo piano track on the record and it is an exciting and energetic close to the first disc.
from
Can You Hear Me? [double album],
released October 31, 2021
Song by Nick Maclean
:: Nick Maclean -- piano, synth bass
:: Brownman Ali -- producer, claves, chekere, mambo bells, campana, kata, guiro, shaker, cymbals, drum set
:: Chalet Studio -- recording studio (David Chester, owner)
:: Justin Meli -- tracking engineer
:: Josh Bowman -- mix engineer
:: Luisito Orbegoso -- percussion mix engineer
:: Justin Gray -- mastering engineer
:: Browntasauras Records -- record label
:: Orange Grove Publicity -- publicity & marketing
:: Neil Padaloy -- album cover art
:: Dave Restivo -- liner notes