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Randall Bramblett & Geoff Achison and Friends: Jammin’ in the Attic

Hittin’ the Note

Among their fellow musicians, keyboardist and tenor sax player Randall Bramblett and guitarist Geoff Achison have established reputations as some of the finest artists of their respective crafts. So it should come as no surprise that when this revered duo chose to team up for a series of shows, a cast of world class musicians were waiting to jump aboard. Along with Bramblett and Achison, Jammin’ in the Attic —a live recording from June of last year at Eddie’s Attic in Decatur, Ga.—also features Grammy Award winning drummer Yonrico Scott, bassist Ted Pecchio and guitarist Oliver Wood. The acclaimed duo alternates between playing each others’ songs, while showcasing their gifts as musicians and songwriters. Highlights include Bramblett’s rich sax lines on “Rule the World,” Scott’s drumming on “Nobody’s Problem” and Wood’s punchy guitar riffs on “Jungle.” However, not all listeners will take to Bramblett’s grainy, and often costive vocal delivery.