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Yesterday is not you, it is a resource to be looked back on.
Matmos release their new album on Thrill Jockey next month.
Dedicated to the great Polish composer Bogusław Schaeffer
who was born in Lviv, Ukraine, Matmos manipulate various
fragments of his work in creative ways and bring us 8 pieces.
Schaeffer's book, Wstep do kompozycji, was something that,
after discovering it, I spent many decades trying to track down
a copy. When I found it, I traveled 5000 miles to retrieve it.
Finally! The new song by my favorite vocalist, Lauren Talley! I've waited a long time for this one and it doesn't disappoint! I love it so much! Definitely my current obsession. I can't wait until the rest of the album comes out!
Wish I could go back in time and tell Mr. Gizzard all this needed to be was a 34 minute version of The Dripping Tap. I don't keep up with this band too much— they release music at a crazy pace and for the most part it isn't my thing— but the first two tracks on here are excellent (honestly, if the entire record was only the first three tracks (maybe plus Ambergris OR Evilest Man), I'd be happier with it). My first reaction to The Dripping Tap was that it was kinda goofy, but it's grown on me. Good bit of fun.
This should probably be two records. Too fatty for one bite, and slightly schizophrenic— least three different vibes. Can't deny its highlights though. That one-two punch midrecord of Blame It On The Weather and Persistence is slick. Such a shame when they dip into... 90s hip-hop? For some reason.
Interesting how many 80-ish minute records are coming out this year.
Taj Mahal & Ry Cooder jamming out to the songs of Sonny Terry and Brownie Mcghee. As much as it's an homage from one generation's legends to another generation's legends, it's just a solid bit of blues. Production's ace, musicianship's really nice, and the energy's fantastic. Easy rec.
I like this guy, but he hasn't hit a home-run yet. This record ends up being a bit foggy and monotonous— there were genuinely times I thought I was listening to the same song twice— but his sound is crisp and chill. He's just doing his thing, and it's a great sound. Hope his next project has a bit more depth.
Looking forward to that Gwoka comp, tho it's not very long.
Another that came out this year that I'd recommend is the
Lèspri Ka which is a nice collection of differing takes on Gwoka.
Imagine a modernized nyabighi travelling eastward while infusing
their drumming with zouk or even bélè from nearby Martinique.
Sometimes Count Ossie and sometimes "spiritual jazz" in feel.
Looking forward to that Gwoka comp, tho it's not very long.
Another that came out this year that I'd recommend is the
Lèspri Ka which is a nice collection of differing takes on Gwoka.
Imagine a modernized nyabighi travelling eastward while infusing
their drumming with zouk or even bélè from nearby Martinique.
Sometimes Count Ossie and sometimes "spiritual jazz" in feel.
If I haven't mentioned this comp somewhere already, I should have. Excellent collection of recordings from a country that deserves a spotlight. Hoping more reissues surface from Guadeloupe... there's definitely been an uptick the last two/three years.
Love the way you described it Rostasi. I can't do better than that. Just hoping people give it a spin
If I haven't mentioned this comp somewhere already, I should have. Excellent collection of recordings from a country that deserves a spotlight. Hoping more reissues surface from Guadeloupe... there's definitely been an uptick the last two/three years.
Love the way you described it Rostasi. I can't do better than that. Just hoping people give it a spin
You might’ve already mentioned it somewhere, but I’m still learning the ropes here.
Also, I wanted to mention that your Catfish & Collard Greens list is really great.
I tried to leave a review, but couldn’t. It has incredible breadth and depth that makes
it really special. You might be interested in a Mixcloud mix I did a few years ago.
Growing up in the Appalachian mountains, Zoh Amba practiced saxophone in the forest
that surrounded her home before she later traveled to study with David Murray in New York.
She has a very Ayleresque tone that mixes free jazz and folk melodies. We'll be hearing more.
Zoh Amba: Tenor Sax
John Zorn: Alto Sax
Micah Thomas: Piano
Thomas Morgan: Bass
Joey Baron: Drums
Different line-up below, but you can feel her tone.
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