"From Hands To Hearts" by Robert Crawford is an instrumental contemporary jazz album with a light and upbeat flair that brings forth a feel-good vibe right off the bat. Crawford's arrangements are well thought out and each song is complete. The choruses are very catchy and the roads between them are captivating and well-performed. You get a nice array of instruments to hear – guitar, flute, piano, saxophone, and funk bass – and no single instrument really establishes itself as the prominent force in the sound. Due to this musical diversity, each song is different yet consistent, and everything is very well layered throughout. The production quality of "From Hands To Hearts" is very good, and the mix is complimentary to the sound. Highlights include the opener, "R&R," which introduces the album with a prominent piano progression and a very catchy chorus, immediately peaking your interest. "With Him" features some sultry saxophone work and will put you in a satisfied state of relaxation. "Blue Skies" opens with heavy electronic elements and evolves into a quirky little number with some nice piano work. "From Hands To Hearts" offers a consistent upbeat sound created by a diverse array of instruments and arrangements. Fans of catchy contemporary ensemble jazz with a little attitude should give Robert Crawford a listen.
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