MP3 Rez Abbasi - Out Of Body

2002 secrete of Modernistic Melodic compositions influenced by jazz, sway authoritative and planetary music with an emphasis on improvisation and group interaction. * * * * Downbeat, * * * * 1/2 AMG

9 MP3 Songs
JAZZ: Jazz Fusion, JAZZ: World Fusion

Out Of Body Songs


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" Out Of Body is one of the most refreshing small-group jazz recordings in recent memory. Substantial and evocative." - Planet Jazz

" Out Of Body should reaffirm Abbasi's increasing stature within the modern jazz community, 4 Stars." - Downbeat Magazine

" Abbasi writes stunning compositions and plays dazzling solos. Remarkable." - Jazziz

"Out Of Body is wildly imaginative. A must for any serious collection." - Toronto Star

Heralded as one of the foremost modern jazz guitarist by many publications including, Down Beat, Jazztimes, Signal To Noise and The Toronto Star, Rez Abbasi's music is considered genre bending. The All Music Guide has referred to Abbasi as "One of the most virtuosic guitarist in New York.", giving "Out Of Body" 4 1/2 stars.

Rez's music crosses boundaries in every direction. Originally born on the Indian sub-continent but brought up in the states, Rez has had the privilege to embrace many musical land scapes. It is natural that his music is fortified with straight rhythms and grooves as well as swing pulses. After graduating from the Manhattan School of Music with a scholarship, Rez began touring. His performances have been many including the New Orleans Jazz Festival, French Radio, Tri C Jazz Festival, West Canadian Jazz Festivals, The Blue Note (NY), Kniting Factory , Joe's Pub etc..
He has performed with among others, Ruth Brown, Billy Hart, Marvin"Smitty"Smith, Rick Margitza, Ken Werner, Michael Formanek, Gary Thomas and Lonnie Plaxico.