British flautist Chip Wickham continues exploring spiritual jazz territory with "Love & Life," an album showcasing his warm flute tone over sophisticated grooves. The compositions draw from modal jazz, Latin rhythms, and global influences, creating accessible yet musically substantial instrumental music. Wickham's melodic sense keeps even extended explorations focused and engaging, while his band provides tight, sympathetic support. The production maintains organic quality that honors spiritual jazz tradition while sounding contemporary. This is essential for fans of flute-led jazz and anyone interested in how contemporary musicians keep modal and spiritual jazz traditions vital.