Cesare Mecca - Love For Sale (Hybrid SACD)

A rising star of the vibrant Italian jazz scene, trumpeter Cesare Mecca makes his highly anticipated Japanese debut with Love For Sale on Venus Records. Characterized by a stylish and rousing approach to modern jazz, Mecca delivers a masterful performance across nine tracks, blending timeless classics with romantic, love-themed pieces. Mecca’s unique solo style—marked by technical brilliance and a fresh, melodic energy—unfolds beautifully alongside the world-class Massimo Faraò Trio. Featuring Massimo Faraò on piano, Nicola Barbon on bass, and Byron Landham on drums, the ensemble provides a powerful and swinging foundation for Mecca’s lyrical trumpet lines. Recorded in Italy in October 2023, the session captures the thrilling synergy between the seasoned trio and the young trumpet genius. This title is releasing on Hybrid SACD.