Almacanta

The Profile

Italian jazz duo from Sassari led by pianist/composer Graziano Solinas and singer/lyricist Zaira Zingone.

Revive (Independent Production/Tunecore). Supporting musicians on Revive include Lorenzo Sabattini (bass), Antonio Pitzoi (guitars), Andrea Lubino (drums) and Gian Piero Carta (saxophone).

Almacanta, a Sardinian jazz duo from Sassari led by pianist/composer Graziano Solinas and singer/lyricist Zaira Zingone, present Revive, a concept album about rebirth blending 1920s-30s vintage jazz, blues, Balkan and French elements. The record features warm, poetic vocals and varied arrangements with supporting musicians. The review highlights the album's atmospheres and instrumental color.