Songs of Love & Solace

In a sideways step from the music he is most commonly associated with, award-winning and internationally acclaimed pianist, drummer and composer Gary Husband reveals the more contemplative and lyrical side of his far-reaching musical expression in his latest release Songs of Love & Solace. Here he explores in a solo piano setting the poignancy and beauty of a collection of love songs and themes that have powerfully resonated within his affection since childhood. Consisting predominantly of his own highly individual arrangements, the album presents Gary’s deeply thoughtful interpretations of an eclectic selection of tunes ranging from familiar jazz standards and popular hits, to a Brazilian classic and a Husband original - all delivered with great sensitivity, virtuosity and outstanding harmonic invention. Songs of Love & Solace is produced by Gary Husband and Richard Niles, and released by BFD (March 2024). “A unique talent, a darkly lyrical pianist, a relentlessly inventive drummer and a composer with a voice all his own” - Jazzwise Magazine “One of the major forces in contemporary music today” - Jazz UK “A musician at the height of his powers” - The Guardian “One of the most distinctive musical voices of the past 30+ years” - All About Jazz Magazine “Remarkable virtuosity allied with sensitivity” - Jazz UK Quote from legendary guitarist John McLaughlin regarding the first track of the album: "Brother Gary, I just listened to your “If I Should Lose You” which is quite marvellous. You are taking contemporary romanticism into another realm of harmonic extension without losing the essential romanticism that can never be replaced by abstractionism. Bravo!” - John McLaughlin