Original released on CD Concord 9826136
(2004, September 14)
Vocalist/pianist
Peter Cincotti burst onto the jazz scene in 2003 as an 18-year-old wunderkind
much in the same way that Harry Connick, Jr. positioned himself as an updated
crooner with a debut album of enjoyable if predictable standards from various
decades. Interestingly, Cincotti's follow-up, this "On the Moon", finds him exploring
funk and soft rock balladry. Similar to his British contemporary Jamie Cullum,
Cincotti seems intent here on mixing a radio-friendly melodic pop aesthetic
with his jazz chops. In fact, the title track sounds a lot like Cullum's single
"All at Sea," which is not to say that Cincotti is ripping anybody
off. On the contrary, while there are touches of David Gates, Barry Manilow,
and even Coldplay, it is hard to pinpoint any concrete influences for
Cincotti's singer/songwriter style. While original songs are the focus this
time around, there is also a bevy of inspired standard tunes. To these ends, he
opens the album with a funky, hip-hop-influenced take on "St. Louis
Blues," gives "Bali Ha'i" a bluesy Sting-influenced vibe, and
turns "Up on the Roof" into a cinematic ballad. Adding to the lush
atmosphere are full string arrangements and guest spots by such sought-after 
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