Michael Cates´s “New Lives” has a Ballad structure, Jazz sophistication, and a profoundly organic emotionalism. The interaction of the musicians gets a high level is musicality, bringing catchy grooves and solid rhythmic structure. The sax soars over them, exploring the harmony´s aesthetic reach. He, as a professional sessionist, has worked with some high-profile artists like Jennifer Lopez, Elton John, Barry White, Joe Sample, Tina Turner and Mariah Carey.
