From
Allmusic.com: "It hardly seems possible, but it took thirty-five years for Canadian bassist extraordinaire Neil Swainson to lead a sparkling quintet in this new recording of Swainson original compositions entitled
Fire In The West. His prior recording from 1987 was called
49th Parallel and received little attention at the time. However it was re-released as an LP in 2020 by Reel to Real Records and it generated some welcomed critical reviews. Accompanying Swainson in this outing was a blue-chip rhythm section of pianist Renee Rosnes and drummer Lewis Nash, with a first rate front line of trumpeter Brad Turner and tenor saxophonist Kelly Jefferson. ... A musical excursion well worth the wait."
He's been a pro since the mid 70s, played for Paul Horn, Rob McConnell and George Shearing, with credits on almost 200 albums. The vids are 2 nice acoustic trio tunes, with Pat Labarbera on tenor, and YouTube and Spotify links for the 2022 album follow. The album is a quintet, and packs a bit more punch than the vids, but these are nice. Please enjoy a nice new jazz album from a Canadian, acoustic bass master.
Neil Swainson, "Fire In The West," YouTube link, full album.
Neil Swanson, "Fire In The West," Spotify link, full album.