Roma Trio Love Is A Many-Splendored Thing (2 LP)

Venus Masterpiece Collection Limited Edition 180g Vinyl Double LP!
The "Roma Trio", consisting of the three up-and-coming musicians Luca Mannutza (piano), Gianluca Renzi (bass) and Nicola Angelucci (drums), plays at its own pace – which distinguishes it from other piano trios. Surprising, organic tempo changes and odd rhythms in well-known standards provide variety and a modern look.
In the same vein as the trios led by Stefano Bollani and Giovanni Guidi, Roma Trio is another magnificent Italy-based piano trio from Venus Records. Roma Trio includes Luca Mannutza (piano), Gianluca Renzi (bass), and Nicola Angelucci (drummer). These are all up-and-coming musicians who have collectively played with artists such as Giovanni Mirabassi, Paolo Fresu, Steve Grossman, Fabrizio Bosso, and Marc Johnson.
What sets this trio apart from the many other piano trios out there is their time. The tempo moves organically and unpredictably mid-tune, and the group often adds odd meter rhythm arrangements to familiar jazz standards. Their unique approach makes their music modern and absorbing. Some highlights include "Whisper Not," the exciting "Airegin," and The Police's "Message in a Bottle.
Venus LPs are pressed only once. After the first edition has been sold, the titles will be removed from the catalogue. Collectors should therefore consider buying in good time.
"It seems likely that the Roma Trio will gain a foothold in the Japanese jazz market with this potent [album], though they deserve greater exposure worldwide." - Ken Dryden, AllMusic.com

Features:

• Limited Edition
• Venus Masterpiece LP Collection
• 180g Vinyl
• Double LP
• Mixed & Mastered by Tetsuo Hara
• Venus Hyper Magnum Sound Direct Mix Stereo
• OBI Strip
• Made in Japan

Musicians:

• Luca Mannutza, piano
• Gianluca Renzi, bass
• Nicola Angelucci, drums

Selections:

Side A
1. Love Is A Many-Splendored Thing
2. Airegin
3. Tea For Two
Side B
1. If I Should Lose You
2. I Love You, Porgy
3. Everything I Love
Side C
1. Message In A Bottle
2. Claudia's Nightmare
Side D
1. On Green Dolphin Street
2. Whisper Not