More melodic side of James Brandon Lewis in evidence on Molecular

Known usually as an out and out free improviser nonetheless there is a more melodic side of James Brandon Lewis in evidence on Molecular that seems quite a departure for the supremely talented US saxophonist. To be released in October on the Swiss …

Published: 25 Aug 2020. Updated: 3 years.

Known usually as an out and out free improviser nonetheless there is a more melodic side of James Brandon Lewis in evidence on Molecular that seems quite a departure for the supremely talented US saxophonist.

To be released in October on the Swiss Intakt label, Lewis here is with drummer Chad Taylor, pianist Aruán Ortiz, and bassist Brad Jones. The lead-off title-track occupies a strong David Murray-like space built on strong building blocks as Lewis goes inside and outside to touch on both classic traditions and move to explore more innovative departure points. Check out the track ahead of release. It is something of a game-changer, long term Lewis watchers will surely agree.

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Tigran Hamasyan, The Call Within

The Call Within, new this week from pianist/composer Tigran Hamasyan is a big achievement. Featuring 10 original compositions, the great Armenian joined by Evan Marien on electric bass and Arthur Hnatek on drums + guests, the album was inspired by …

Published: 25 Aug 2020. Updated: 3 years.

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The Call Within, new this week from pianist/composer Tigran Hamasyan is a big achievement. Featuring 10 original compositions, the great Armenian joined by Evan Marien on electric bass and Arthur Hnatek on drums + guests, the album was inspired by Tigran's interest in maps from different eras, poetry, Armenian folk stories, astrology, geometry, ancient Armenian design, rock carvings, and cinematography. A spectacular affair, darkly prog in places, feverishly intense for sure with an elegiac tenderness to it as well and probably Tigran's best yet, full of bravura playing, tremendous improvisational flair and that unique Tigran sound you just don't hear anywhere else, it is a must for anyone interested in the sheer possibilities of music making.