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 | | Description: | Can I Tell You Something? is the latest release from five-time GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist and composer, Mark Lettieri. The acclaimed musician, known for his work with leading instrumental bands Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers, produced ten tracks spanning his trademark kaleidoscope of tones and textures. The songs range from the fiery riff-rock of ??Dragonfly? and the 80??s pop hooks of ??Shimmy Tiger,? to the psychedelic balladry of ??Black Iris? and the baritone-fueled heavy funk of ??Saturday Stuff.? Lettieri even tackles the Cyndi Lauper classic ??Time After Time,? reworking it into a detailed symphony of guitar orchestration. - Can I Tell You Something? is the latest release from five-time GRAMMY Award-winning guitarist and composer, Mark Lettieri. The acclaimed musician, known for his work with leading instrumental bands Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers, produced ten tracks spanning his trademark kaleidoscope of tones and textures.CD comes in 4-panel digisleeve"Can I Tell You Something?" is a captivating CD by guitarist and composer Mark Lettieri, released under Ground Up Music LLC. Rooted in modern jazz, funk, soul and groove-oriented fusion, this album showcases Lettieri's trademark blend of melodic sensitivity, rhythmic sophistication and tasteful guitar virtuosity. Each track is built around strong themes and hooks, then expanded with dynamic improvisations and tightly arranged ensemble parts. The result is a listening experience that works equally well for focused, audiophile attention and relaxed, repeat background play.
The production emphasizes warm, organic sound: punchy drums, deep bass lines and a rich, nuanced guitar tone that lets every bend, chord and subtle texture shine. Lettieri's writing balances complexity and accessibility; odd meters and harmonic twists appear naturally, without losing the listener in technical display. The pacing of the record is carefully thought out, moving from energetic, groove-driven pieces to more atmospheric, introspective moments that highlight his expressive phrasing and sense of space.
Mark Lettieri is best known as a key guitarist of the genre-defining fusion collective Snarky Puppy, with whom he has been part of multiple Grammy-winning projects. Alongside his acclaimed work with the band, he has built a respected solo career, releasing instrumental albums that have earned him a dedicated international following among guitarists, producers and groove enthusiasts. His playing is appreciated for its tight pocket, inventive chord vocabulary and the ability to serve the song while still delivering standout solos.
Ground Up Music LLC is an independent label closely associated with Snarky Puppy and a wide circle of forward-thinking artists in jazz, fusion and world music. The label is recognized for giving musicians creative freedom, supporting adventurous writing, and maintaining high standards in recording and production. Releases on Ground Up Music often appeal to listeners who seek sophisticated, musically rich projects beyond the mainstream, and "Can I Tell You Something?" fits perfectly within this philosophy as a refined, groove-driven guitar album for discerning ears. |  | | No. of tracks: |
10 |
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195269303303 |
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