New Release: Overlook from Ben Clifton
New Release: Overlook from Ben Clifton Label: BCM Street Date: July 11, 2025 Website: https://www.ben-clifton.com Pianist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist Ben Clifton documents pieces of his life, transcribed into music for his debut release Overlook as a leader. The recording is, according to the press release, "a celebration of Clifton honoring his father’s legacy while also telling the story of his journey from grief to acceptance, carrying his father’s spirit within himself and into the music. It is no coincidence that the album release date is July 11, 2025, the anniversary of his father’s birthday." Ambient and soothing on the senses, Clifton's music is adult contemporary jazz at its finest. Music for audiences that seek to escape to a sonic paradise. He is accompanied by bassist Chad Wesselkamper and drummer Gavin Moolchan alongside many other featured artists on individual tracks. Each track has multiple layers and detailing that p...