For those unaware, for over 25 years, Domenic Cicchetti has been a dynamic force in the music world, excelling as a performing musician, recording artist, composer, educator, and musical instrument product specialist.

His journey began at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, where he honed his craft under the tutelage of the acclaimed Madam Charloff. Domenic’s career took off with his 1979 debut recording “Sunrise” on the Arista label.

Following his debut, Domenic continued to push boundaries with his 2008 release, “Mirage,” a 12-track collaboration with guitarist Bill Washer. In 2015, he unveiled “Open Road,” an album brimming with original jazz, R&B and vocal compositions that embody a heartfelt tribute to the greats who influenced him, including Bill Evans, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock.

Looking ahead, Domenic’s most ambitious project yet, Candy Apple has just been released. The album, a culmination of his diverse music journey, opens with the smooth jazz track “Jump To It,” featuring an all-star ensemble: Dave Weckl on drums, Paula Atherton on saxophone, Jerry Vivino on woodwinds, Jon Herington on guitar, David Finck & Paul Adamy on bass, and Bill Hayes on percussion.

Their undeniable chemistry promises a memorable experience for fans of the genre.

1. Jump To It
2. Candy Apple
3. PCH
4. Sunlight
5. Intricate
6. Ode to A Friend
7. Nightime

Domenic’s reflective passion shines brightly here on this impassioned new recording, which opens on the vibrantly joyful, sunny and warmly shining Jump To It and then we get the laid back, soulful title track Candy Apple, the veritably 70’s cinematic PCH and the lushly sculpted Sunlight.

Along next on this homage to the rich history of jazz while, all whilst pushing the boundaries of contemporary sound, is the languishing beauty within Intricate, the music rounding out on the richly textured Ode to A Friend, coming to an all too soon close on the all-embracingly Nightime.

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