Thicker Than Water Brian Bromberg

• 1 Is That the Best You Can Do? 05:36
• 2 Minneapolis, 1987 05:59
• 3 Thicker Than Water 06:32
• 4 Coupe De Ville (Intro) 01:27
• 5 Coupe De Ville 06:06
• 6 Changes 03:27
• 7 Trials and Tribulations 07:46
• 8 It's Called Life (Intro) 02:12
• 9 It's Called Life (For Mom) 06:00
• 10 Uh-Huh 07:07
• 11 Your Eyes 05:58
• 12 Land of the Rising Sun 06:35
• 13 A Familia 02:11
• Total Runtime 01:06:56

Info for Thicker Than Water

The end for the likes of Chris Botti, Lee Ritenour and Michael Bublé.

“Thicker Than Water is a record I’ve been wanting to make for a very long time,” says the dynamic bass virtuoso Brian Bromberg. “I love the upright bass. It’s where my heart and soul is. My connection with that instrument is unlike anything in my life. I also love the electric bass and really wanted to explore its endless possibilities on this project.” That love of the bass is evident across the wide-range of irresistible grooves found on Thicker Than Water, available July 13 on Artistry Music.Across 13 tracks, Bromberg utilizes 11 different basses to create an orchestra of unique tones and rapid-fire runs. Helping Bromberg wield the groove are trumpeter Randy Brecker, saxophonists Marion Meadows, Najee, Everette Harp, Brandon Fields and Gary Meek, as well as one of the last performances from the late keyboard master George Duke.

"Thicker Than Water finds Brian Bromberg redefining our preconceived concepts of what the role of the bass should be in a band. Most jazz fans are already familiar with Bromberg’s unique skills and sound on the acoustic bass, but now with Thicker Than Water, Bromberg again tears down preconceived notions of what an electric bass can do and its role within an ensemble. The vibe and pocket is diverse on each track and the bass plays the dominate role throughout the album. The bass is used as a supporting instrument, with solid funky grooves that slap and pop in the pocket, and as a solo instrument, with blistering bass solos that incorporates multiple right-hand and left-hand techniques to create stunning musicals shapes. The compositions are inventive, and the ensemble hits solid with wonderful guest artist rounding out the date. This is seriously fun music that grooves." (Steph Cosme, staccatofy.com)

Brian Bromberg, bass
Randy Brecker, trumpet (track 10)

Brian Bromberg
Grammy®-nominated bassist and composer Brian Bromberg is one of the most innovative and versatile voices in jazz. With a career spanning over four decades, Bromberg has released more than 30 solo albums, blending mainstream acoustic jazz, smooth and contemporary jazz, fusion, rock, funk, Latin, and orchestral styles with his signature virtuosity and melodic storytelling.

He has collaborated with a who’s who of the music world, including artists as diverse as: Stan Getz, Horace Silver, Sting, Michael Buble’, Herb Alpert, Sarah Vaughan, George Duke, Arturo Sandoval, Boney James, Jeff Lorber, Lee Ritenour, Billy Cobham, Kirk Whalum, Andrea Bocelli, Randy Brecker, and Freddie Hubbard.

Known for his pioneering use of piccolo bass—sounding more like a lead guitar than a bass—Bromberg has redefined the instrument’s role in modern music.

His discography includes chart-topping albums like You Know That Feeling, Downright Upright, The Magic of Moonlight, Thicker Than Water, and A Little Driving Music. He’s also known for conceptually bold tributes such as Jaco, Bromberg Plays Hendrix, In the Spirit of Jobim, and LaFaro, honoring the late great bassist, Scott LaFaro.

Beyond his solo work, Bromberg has played on numerous film soundtracks (The Fabulous Baker Boys, The Preacher’s Wife, The Recruit), produced hits for other artists through his B² Productions company, and earned acclaim for his audiophile recordings like Wood and Hands.

Brian's passion for electric bass design has been a defining part of his professional career, with signature models accompanying him every step of the way. His latest creation—developed in collaboration with Kiesel Guitars and proudly manufactured in the USA—represents the culmination of years of refinement and innovation. The B2 Series Basses are the result of Brian’s relentless pursuit of tone, comfort, and playability. Ergonomically designed and sonically outstanding, the B2 line reflects both Brian’s artistic vision and Kiesel’s craftsmanship.

A relentless innovator and musical storyteller, Brian Bromberg continues to push the boundaries of what the bass can do—delivering soulful, world-class performances with every project.

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