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I've watched Mike Catalano's career blossom from his days of Brazilian roots-music into the full-fledged jazz musician he is today. You can feel his inspiration as you listen to every nuance of his playing and writing. His music is sure to move anyone with heart & soul! Will Lee, --Will Lee
From Allmusic guide Review by Matt Collar A follow-up of sorts to his 1989 debut A Rio Affair, A Manhattan Affair features pianist/composer Mike Catalano performing his crisp and breezy smooth jazz that touches on melodic rock, lightly funky R&B and Bossa Nova. Joining Catalano here are not only his superb rhythm section of bassist Will Lee and drummer Peter Erskine, but also a bevy of name artists and longtime Catalano associates including guitarist Chuck Loeb, trumpeter Randy Brecker, keyboardist Bob James, bassist Nico Assumpcao and others. Fans of organic '70s fusion and contemporary pop should find much to enjoy here as Catalano delivers a sparkling afterglow version of "Beauty And The Beast", turns John Lennon's "Fool On The Hill" into a perfect soft-rock noir ballad and showcases vocalist Ivan Lins' deeply emotive vocals on the atmospheric Brazilian classic "Dindi". Similarly engaging are such catchy Catalano originals as the cinematic and danceable "Take Me Back To Rio", the smoky ballad "Lelena" and the driving Weather Report-esque "Moonlight In Baja". These are refreshing, often lushly arranged and endlessly melodic cuts that make the most of Catalano's tasteful keyboard chops. --Allmusic.com
"Mike Catalano's music is a reflection of the man himself -- It shines with sincerity, warmth and beauty. A Manhattan Affair will take you to a beautiful place. You won't want to leave town! Rob Mounsey --Rob MOunsey 2007
From Allmusic guide Review by Matt Collar A follow-up of sorts to his 1989 debut A Rio Affair, A Manhattan Affair features pianist/composer Mike Catalano performing his crisp and breezy smooth jazz that touches on melodic rock, lightly funky R&B and Bossa Nova. Joining Catalano here are not only his superb rhythm section of bassist Will Lee and drummer Peter Erskine, but also a bevy of name artists and longtime Catalano associates including guitarist Chuck Loeb, trumpeter Randy Brecker, keyboardist Bob James, bassist Nico Assumpcao and others. Fans of organic '70s fusion and contemporary pop should find much to enjoy here as Catalano delivers a sparkling afterglow version of "Beauty And The Beast", turns John Lennon's "Fool On The Hill" into a perfect soft-rock noir ballad and showcases vocalist Ivan Lins' deeply emotive vocals on the atmospheric Brazilian classic "Dindi". Similarly engaging are such catchy Catalano originals as the cinematic and danceable "Take Me Back To Rio", the smoky ballad "Lelena" and the driving Weather Report-esque "Moonlight In Baja". These are refreshing, often lushly arranged and endlessly melodic cuts that make the most of Catalano's tasteful keyboard chops. --Allmusic.com
"Mike Catalano's music is a reflection of the man himself -- It shines with sincerity, warmth and beauty. A Manhattan Affair will take you to a beautiful place. You won't want to leave town! Rob Mounsey --Rob MOunsey 2007
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"4 stars for Mike Catalano's 'A Manhattan Affair'. A smooth ride".,
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Keyboardist Mike Catalano hits the mark with his wonderful new cd 'A Manhattan Affair". Featuring a stellar cast of supporting players that reads like a who's who of New York session players, this cd is a smooth ride from start to finish. Bob James, Chuck Loeb, Rob Mounsey are just some of the supporting players to contribute to this excellent cd.
Standout cuts are "Smooth as Silk' which I have to say is one of the finest smooth jazz tunes I've heard in quite some time. The tune 'Beauty and the Beast' features legendary Bob James playing alongside Mr. Catalano on this beautiful song. If you're a smooth jazz fan, be sure to add this one to your collection.. This one's a winner! Joseph Bertie Woodside, Queens, N.Y.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
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Don't miss this great smooth jazzpopalbum!,
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If you like good music you will love this superb album from a bunch of great musicans! Mike, you are the king of smoothJazz now!! Thanks for making me smile every time I play your cd!
Sept 2007, Petter the norwegian:-)
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great!,
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Mike Catalano is brilliant pianist.Very good record,for every day or evening.I like it!Easy,but not too easy,jazz for everyone.
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