Press reviews
(...) Slow cover an ungrateful territory on the Polish Jazz scene, as the kind of music they play is often trivialized by critics and social media, who are unable to distinguish between schmaltz and genuine Smooth Jazz, which is a legitimate sub-genre and often produces more rewarding music that other sub-genres preferred by the Jazz snobs. It takes real talent to compose a beautiful tune, and play it with taste and skill.
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Adam Baruch - The Soundtrack Of My Life
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Adam Baruch - The Soundtrack Of My Life
(...) The album opens with Grashopper which is a beautiful example of the interaction between saxophonist Leszek Szczerba and guitarist Tomasz. Obviously this formation has grown together and recommends itself also as a live event.(...)"
Hans-Bernd Huelsmann - FIRST VIEW
Hans-Bernd Huelsmann - FIRST VIEW
"The music, as appropriate for the Smooth Jazz milieu, is based on catchy melodic tunes, perfectly executed by the crew, quite jazzy and yet not complicated enough to bring on a headache, in short music that, as the title suggests, can and should be enjoyed by everyone. The only "problem" with this album is that it is probably too "good" for the average Smooth Jazz listener.
There is plenty of great musicianship on this album; the nice but not cheesy compositions, the elegant instrumental parts, the vocals and the jazzy arrangements; in short it is obvious that these people are good musicians who know exactly what they are doing. It is definitely a great example of how the easy side of the Jazz spectrum can offer quality entertainment and how unjustly Smooth Jazz is often belittled by critics with narrow horizons and closed minds.
This music is meant to entertain people who like music but approach it on a less intellectual plane. There is absolutely nothing wrong with such attitude. I must admit that I had a great fun listening to this album, which is also superbly recorded and can be used as a great test device for your stereo system."
Adam Baruch - The Soundtrack Of My Life"
There is plenty of great musicianship on this album; the nice but not cheesy compositions, the elegant instrumental parts, the vocals and the jazzy arrangements; in short it is obvious that these people are good musicians who know exactly what they are doing. It is definitely a great example of how the easy side of the Jazz spectrum can offer quality entertainment and how unjustly Smooth Jazz is often belittled by critics with narrow horizons and closed minds.
This music is meant to entertain people who like music but approach it on a less intellectual plane. There is absolutely nothing wrong with such attitude. I must admit that I had a great fun listening to this album, which is also superbly recorded and can be used as a great test device for your stereo system."
Adam Baruch - The Soundtrack Of My Life"
"(...) The jazz is fresh, the concept is innovative, and the vibe is smooth European. (...) SONGS FOR EVERYONE, indeed has a little something for all kinds of music lovers... Smooth Jazz, electronic flavors, even a chamber string quartet and gorgeous female vocals including Jagoda Jahga on the dreamy title track! At your leisure, but make it quick, check out SLOW!
~SANDY SHORE - Smoothjazz.com Global Radio review (Sept. 1st, 2015)
~SANDY SHORE - Smoothjazz.com Global Radio review (Sept. 1st, 2015)
"The starting track of an album is always the most important, because this is the First Impression. Gentle guitar chords meet jazzy saxophone introducing Krzysztof's piano magic. (...) Certainly you will remember the avant-garde synth-pop group Art of Noise. Art Of Silence is the Polish smooth jazz counterpart. While the mellow acoustic guitar is often in the foreground, Slow consider themselves as community work. (...) Attention for Polish smooth jazz would support the world wide community. Doesn't need this genre fresh input? More European influence is certainly an appropriate way.
- Hans-Bernd Huelssmann, Smoothjazz.de - Furst View (Jan 16, 2012)
- Hans-Bernd Huelssmann, Smoothjazz.de - Furst View (Jan 16, 2012)
"Debut recording by smooth jazz duo of guitarist Tomek Kaczmarczyk and keyboardist Krzysiek Wermiński. Diversified selection of guests, catchy melodies and high quality of recording all contribute to make this CD one not-to-be-missed for all smooth jazz lovers. Check sample of this music"
- Maciej Nowotny, polish-jazz (Dec 05, 2011)
- Maciej Nowotny, polish-jazz (Dec 05, 2011)
“I love the idea that all the best contemporary jazz doesn't come out of the USA. Therefore, 'Art of Silence' from Polish band Slow is a real treat. They show, with songs like 'First Impression', Payola' and 'Iguana Party' that they have got the groove aspect of contemporary jazz well and truly down. Instrumentally, well, I'm hearing some astonishing soprano sax, some subtle acoustic guitar and edgy electric guitar. The juicy bass solo on 'Gender Blender' made me smile almost as much as the song title. (...).”
- Chris Mann, live365.com radio review (Mar 16, 2012)
- Chris Mann, live365.com radio review (Mar 16, 2012)
“Slow, is a bountiful, melodic Smooth Jazz duo that has released a remarkable debut album, ART OF SILENCE. (...) We were delighted to discover such sophisticated, intriguing new music in a part of Europe that is seemingly abuzz with new excitement for Smooth Jazz. Fresh, innovative musical ideas is exactly what the genre needs and ART OF SILENCE is filled with intelligent, heartfelt new music (...) Relax your world with tasty new music from Slow!”
- SANDY SHORE, Smoothjazz.com review notw (Feb 01, 2012)
- SANDY SHORE, Smoothjazz.com review notw (Feb 01, 2012)
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