Brad Mehldau - Jacob's Ladder Artist_Angel'In Heavy Syrup An ancient place

An ancient place

embracing the myriad sounds and eras that formed him

with each listen

Waits and producer Jerry Yester manage a surprisingly broad collection of styles

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Brad Mehldau - Jacob's Ladder Artist_Angel'In Heavy Syrup An ancient placeThe album features new music that reflects on scripture and the search for God through music inspired by the prog rock Mehldau loved as a young adolescent, which was his gateway to the fusion that eventually led to his discovery of jazz. Featured musicians on the album include Mehldaus label mates Chris Thile and Ccile McLorin Salvant, as well as Mark Guiliana, Becca Stevens, Joel Frahm, and others. Mehldau explains, We are born close to God, and as