INTERVIEW: Kyle Eastwood
- Posted on January 31, 2007 10:26 PM
- 1 comment
By Katie Spain
Have you heard of Kyle Eastwood? Don't worry, if you haven't you soon will. Not because he has a famous Dad (you guessed right - actor and director Clint Eastwood) but because he plays and writes some mighty fine jazz.
The lad from California plays the upright, acoustic and double bass and in 2004 his album 'Paris Blue' climbed to number one on the French Jazz charts. He wrote music for the two blockbuster movies 'Mystic River' and 'Million Dollar Baby' and he and Michael Stevens are contributing material for the soundtrack for his father's upcoming films, World War II epic 'Flags Of Our Fathers' and 'Letters from 'Iwo Jima'.
His new album 'NOW' features some of the hottest young musicians on London's jazz circuit. Graeme Flowers and Dave O'Higgins let rip on trumpet and tenor saxophone whilst Ben Cullum, (brother of and songwriter for Jamie Cullum) covers vocals. Producer and long time collaborator Michael Stevens guides the men with his experience.
I was there for the album launch at China White nightclub and was extremely impressed by the show. The guys are cool without even trying, unpretentious and strangely captivating. Easy on the eyes and an absolute pleasure on the ears, their jazz and electronic infused songs were instant crowd pleasers. It makes a girl wonder whether Kyle needs someone on tour to carry his instruments!
On the eve of their gig at the Jazz Cafe in London, I chatted to Kyle as he passed through Paris. We talked about the album, his upcoming gigs and what it was like growing up with a famous dad (gotta love those backstage invites and the odd brush with musical legends). Turns out he might just need an assistant too... boy, what a job.
Kyle will be playing at this year's Cheltenham Jazz Festival on May 4th and two nights at Ronnie's (3rd and 5th May). He will also play at the Rainbow Englightenment Fayre in Port Talbot, Wales on July 7th.
For Kyle's upcoming international gig dates please continue reading.
Kyle Eastwood's upcoming gigs:
February 2nd, 3rd 2007 - Paris, France
Sunside
February 11th, 2007 - Yokahama, Japan
Motion Blue
February 12th, 13th, 14th, 2007 - Tokyo, Japan
Blue Note Tokyo
March 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 2007 - Jakarta, Indonesia
Java Jazz Festival
May 19th - 13th, 2007 - Marseille, France to Oporto, Portugal
Asuka II Cruise Ship
June 15th, 2007 - Hollister, CA
San Jaun Oaks Golf Club
3825 Union Road
Hollister, CA 95023
February 23rd, 2008 - Palm Desert, CA
The McCallum Theatre
73-000 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
June 16th, 2007 - Tucson, AZ
Marriot Starr Pass Resort
3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd
Tucson, AZ
See Seatwave's selection of gigs here.
Comments (1)
Jazzstar
Wow!! I saw kyle play last night and I think I'm in love... with his bass.
I love the Jazz Cafe on a normal day but last night it took me to a whole new level. Fantastic job guys.
Katie, you're so lucky to have spoken to him. Lovely stuff. Thanks!
Posted on February 1, 2007 1:34 AM
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