Man and Things aka Robert Ranaldi is a prolific artist who is back with a three-song EP entitled Re-Blossom. This time around Ranaldi is treating us with jazzy instrumentals. The EP is a treat to listen to from beginning to end. It’s relaxing and calming for the most part.
The first track “Sugar on Top” is downright chipper and reminded me of a walk in the park on a sunny day. Ranaldi utilizes a clean guitar, organ, bass and drums. The guitar is the focal point of the music which had most of my attention but there are times for instance when the organ takes the lead. It's a delightful song that is easy on the ears. “Hope” is slower, more melancholy and virtually free of percussion besides some cymbals. The song unfolds very much like a blossom. Ranaldi takes his time with the song and doesn't rush. The song felt pretty meditative after a while and the songs picks up ever so slightly with additional guitar. The energy picks up with the title track. There is great lead guitar work which is a mix between blues and jazz scales. The song really gets going with the tradeoff between organ and guitar. I think the most shocking moment was around the two-minute mark when a flood of synths come in. The song afterwards breaks down to bass and drums with guitar not far behind. My only issue with Re-Blossom is I wanted more songs. The three songs flew by not only because of their length but due to the fact they were light and easy listening. The other reason I say this is because I thought Rinaldi’s guitar work really shined on this EP. His lead skills on the guitar were technically interesting and creatively apt. Re-Blossom is a short but sweet listen. He takes elements of jazz and on certain instances gives the songs a little twist. If you enjoyed Re-Blossom I would also recommend dipping into his back catalogue as well. Recommended.
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