Album Review: Self-Titled from Glen Boldman & The Philadelphia 5
Album: Self-Titled Artist: Glen Boldman & The Philadelphia 5 Label: Self-Released Website: http://glenboldman.com/ With a spoonful of blues and several dollops of groove-driven cycling, percussionist Ben Goldman leads his band The Philadelphia 5 on their self-titled debut release. From the jaunty beats of"The Slizzard" to the languid serenade of "December 2017," Goldman and crew take audiences on a cruise through moods that compliment the listener's lifestyle. The carefree prancing in the grooves of the former track shares traits with tribal-infused motifs, shifting to the smooth and relaxed tremors of the latter as Goldman demonstrates his aptitude to adapt to different mood swings, illustrating opposite facets of the human condition. A showroom of glittering tunage, the arrangement for "The Hip Dip" shines light on each individual member of Goldman's band. The scintillating sounds of Ian Kurlan's solo on the vibraphone gives th...