JJ Milteau - Soul Conversation

Review by OFEQ Inovasi

Soul Conversation, the latest album by JJ Milteau, is a delightful blend of blues, jazz, and soul that showcases the French harmonica player's virtuosic skills. With a lineup of talented musicians, including guitarist Eric Bibb, pianist Laurent Courthaliac, and drummer Francis Arnaud, Milteau delivers a collection of original songs and covers that are both soulful and sophisticated.

The album opens with "I Want You," a funky blues track featuring Bibb's smooth vocals and Milteau's expressive harmonica playing. The title track, "Soul Conversation," is a jazzy instrumental that highlights the interplay between Milteau's harmonica and Courthaliac's piano. "Cryin' for My Baby" is a classic blues number that showcases Milteau's ability to convey emotion through his playing.

The album also includes several covers, such as "I Can't Keep from Crying Sometimes," a haunting rendition of the blues classic, and "Ain't No Sunshine," the Bill Withers hit that Milteau infuses with his own soulful style. The album closes with "Blues for Yusef," a tribute to the late jazz saxophonist Yusef Lateef that features Milteau's harmonica and Arnaud's drumming in a beautiful duet.

Summary by OFEQ Inovasi

Soul Conversation is a masterful album that demonstrates JJ Milteau's versatility and creativity as a musician. With its mix of blues, jazz, and soul, this album is a must-have for fans of harmonica music and anyone who appreciates great music.