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Leaving Argentina
(Acoustic Music Records - 2008)
“Jazz that reaches its peak! 4 stars."
- DOWNBEAT MAGAZINE
“Leaving Argentina is an energetic and engrossing release."
- ALL ABOUT JAZZ
“Guitarist David Becker has been pursuing his own brand of contemporary jazz for years. LEAVING ARGENTINA is proof that he's not run out of ideas yet. Drawing on the assorted folk and traditional music of Argentina (and South America in general), LEAVING transmits Becker's Latin impressions dynamically and tunefully to the listener. While this program is indeed relaxed and accessible, it's not background music, either. For one, switching between acoustic and electric guitars, Becker makes subtle use of dramatic, sultry Argentine tango rhythms. The rest of his band nimbly matches Becker every step of the way.”
- CDUniverse.com
“A major if somewhat underrated guitarist since the 1980s, David Becker and his Tribune (featuring his brother Bruce Becker on drums along with a variety of different bassists) were originally associated with fusion. Over the years, Becker has opened up his style, matured, and today can play post-bop jazz with lyricism, sensitivity, and constant creativity without any loss of the fire of his youth.
A world traveler, Becker has performed in at least 17 countries and Leaving Argentina is his tenth recording with his Tribune. Several of the selections on Leaving Argentina refer to other countries and the constant traveling that is a part of his lifestyle.
All but one of the songs are Becker originals; they vary tempos, grooves, and moods, ranging from some straight-ahead swinging, the tango "It Takes Two," an unaccompanied acoustic guitar feature ("Mentras Duermes"), and quiet ballads. David Becker's older brother Ed makes his recording debut on bass during the title cut while Dario Polonara's bandoneon is a nice touch on "It Takes Two." Recommended.”
~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
“When you hear David Becker play, you are hearing one of the true greats of modern jazz guitar - an artists who will eventually find his name mentioned alongside giants like John McLaughlin and Wes Montgomery. Leaving Argentina doesn't overwhelm with Latin styles, but injects enough of their flavor into Becker's satisfying compositions to create a distinctly enjoyable album.”
~ HomegrownMusic.com
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