Little Space

Artist Profile The group A Little Space presents 'Rhythm and Jazz', tuneful, intelligently written songs with heart. It's jazzy, it's funky, it grooves, male vocals and instrumentals. Building on the sounds of artists such as Steely Dan, Al Jarreau and Sting, though uniquely original. Answering the obvious question of 'What kind of music do you play?' has often been challenging for the group, due to the many styles that are parts of the whole. While completely accessible, the music is truly original, not at all a formula copy of every other artist. Lyrically, the music offers many unique perspectives on personal control and communications, a celebration of the senses observing the world around us. It's the best parts of what American music is about in the present. Take a base of jazzy chords, funky syncopated rhythms, focused melodies from both strong vocal and instrumental performances. Add the finesse of jazz, the grooves of funk and the energy of an electric band working together to come up with a mix of grace, power and beauty that is A Little Space. Brief Bio The group A Little Space represents the work of bass player Alan Gruskoff (Big Al) of Pasadena CA. The CD album 'A Little Space' was written, recorded and produced by Big Al who plays most of the instrumental tracks on the album. Big Al grew up in the Detroit / Ann Arbor areas of Michigan, bringing influences of jazz, Motown funk, rock and even Cuban salsa. He is currently a session bass player in the L.A. area and band leader of A Little Space. Composer Alan Gruskoff is a prize winner in the Jazz category of the 2001 John Lennon Songwriting Contest for Latin / Jazz instrumental 'Yes I Would'. All songs music and lyrics Alan Gruskoff 2002, a NARAS and ASCAP member. *** I couldn't let the weekend come without letting you know how much I LOVE this CD.... It is absolutely beautiful!! Rhonda Kelley Rainmaker Publicity *** Hello, and thank you for the CD! It sounds great (the remixed tracks blended in very nicely) and looks great too. Keep up the excellent work. John Vestman John Vestman Mastering *** BTW: Love your stuff, 'Yes I Would' is a killer song. Roy Elkins, President - Broadjam.com *** I'm listening to your CD on Clickspin (again & again) and wanted to say that A Little Space music has a natural, honest & positive message and is very captivating. Jack / Clickspin founder *** The CD album: A Little Space The self-titled first CD album 'A Little Space' is a musically varied collection of 14 songs. The 9 Vocal songs present sophisticated song oriented jazzy funk with style, including 3 intimate ballads. The vocals songs can be considered in the 'pop' category as being tuneful, with strong melodies. The album's 5 Instrumental tracks present grooving funk, cool sax and high energy electric guitar. Closing with a string quartet requiem and a art concept piece featuring the Alembic bass guitar. Song Insights - Vocal Songs 1) Pictures Of You (4:31) Up Tempo Groovin Jazz/Pop. About getting what you want using light in a photographic manner to capture time and memories in a physical manner. Terrell Moran - Vocals; Big Al - Alembic Essence 5 Bass, Fender Stratocaster, MIDI everything else. 2) Sure There Is (4:21) A ballad, a strong romantic statement. The observer is convinced that the existance of all the senses are provide for the purpose of experiencing their romantic interest. Terrell Moran - Vocals; Big Al - Alembic Essence 5 Bass, Yamaha APX-4A Acoustic Guitar, MIDI everything else. 3) My Own Sweet Time (4:41) 70?s Funk. A little personal control is a good thing. A statement of non-compliance with conformity. Terrell Moran - Vocals; Dean Roubicek - Tenor Sax; Big Al - Alembic Essence 5 Bass, Fender Stratocaster, MIDI everything else. 4) She Walks, She Talks (4:22) Modern Motown Funk. The songwriter is a Bass player from Detroit, this groove is required. A very original bass line drives this R&B dance song with style. Lyrically, an acknowledge ment of the independent feminine spirit. Terrell Moran - Vocals; Big Al - Alembic Essence 5 Bass, MIDI everything else.