Traditions deconstructed like a jigsaw and put together anew. Anita Eccleston’s Winter Gala renders old-timey carols to reemerge in a lofi jazz dream. Glistening with bells, the album is brought to life with her band. Brass-laden warmth is wrapped in rich vocal pads atop hip hop inspired beats, infused with holiday nostalgia. --
Anita Eccleston (trumpet/vocals) --
Lizzy Eccleston (oboe/English horn/electric ukulele) --
Ashley Pearce (electric guitar) --
Dean Thiessen (piano/keyboards) --
Graham Clark (electric/upright bass) --
Trent Otter (drums/percussion)
$25