A paradox is defined as “a statement or proposition that seems contradictory or absurd, but in reality expresses a possible truth” What could seem more absurd than an advertising executive and his wife making a whole new form of beautiful smooth jazz music together after their musical careers were literally lost at “Sea” for decades. The fact is that Barry and Bobbie Sea walked away from promising musical careers in New York City in order to raise their children in the more family friendly environment provided by Houston, Texas. But their love for music never died, it was just permitted to age like fine wine. Finally with the emergence of smooth jazz and the marriages of their daughters, the creative couple saw an opportunity to “uncork” their passion. Well their musical message has finally made its way back to shore, and the truth is that “The Barry Sea Paradox” can flat out play.
While this CD definitely falls within the format of smooth jazz, the sound of “The Barry Sea Paradox” is more sensual, funky and soulful than much of the music in this genre. Barry was heavily influenced by such tenor sax greats as King Curtis, Junior Walker, Clifford Scott and Grady Gaines. However, his unique and innovative style is best illustrated by the way he takes on sax classics such as Harlem Nocturne and Honky Tonk and plays them like no one else before him. Bobbie, on the other hand, makes no secret of the fact that she tries to emulate her friend, mentor, and legendary drummer Bernard Purdie. And even the famous “groovemaster” will admit that Bobbie’s a lot prettier than “Pretty Purdie” himself. Yvette Busby provides some diversity to this instrumental heavy album with terrific vocal renditions ranging from the inspiring “What a Wonderful World,” to the Rock and Soul classic “New Orleans.” Her treatment of “Black Velvet” is eerie, unusual and outstanding. Dennis Cotton plays a particularly haunting piano on “Harlem Nocturne,” and shows off his vocal and musical director talents on “Georgia on My Mind.” Luke Wayne Richards (a.k.a. Kool Hand Luke) is extremely effective on bass throughout, but especially on “Maputo” and “Soul Serenade.” Andrew Burt’s guitar really stands out on his “Europa” solo. Barry teams up with guest guitarist Brother Michael Spencer to create the funkiest arrangement of “Hava Nagila” you’ll ever hear. The band’s serious side comes through on the original composition “Bring Us Together.” The group’s versatility and humor is best illustrated with Yvette and Barry’s vocal duet on “Makin’ Whoopee.”
This CD offers something old and something new. It merges soul with smooth jazz and the result is unbelievably effective. And why are you surprised? Remember, this is the “The Barry Sea Paradox!”
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