SWINDLE - WALTER'S CALL EP
Swindle
– one of the most exciting, charismatic young producers coming out of the UK –
received outstanding reviews last year in response to his album “Long Live The
Jazz” where, according to XLR8R, “the South Londoner… settled into a brightly
embellished, jazz-inflected style of dubstep”. He also played piano for the
Mala in Cuba Live shows in 2012/13, a testament for his ability to waver
between styles and genres impeccably. As well as this, Swindle holds a key role
in the Butterz label and Collective, and has produced for the likes of Roll
Deep and Footsie. Now well known for his dynamic live shows, Swindle’s sound is
truly unique and constantly developing. With the
title track ‘Walter’s Call’, Swindle dives straight in at the deep end with
sirens and footwork inspired drums, gradually building themes of energetic
brass brilliance into the mix. Seamlessly produced, this sets the EP off to a
blazing start, introducing the influences of early 20th century chaotic jazz,
which run throughout. ~ Brownswood
KIDD JORDAN / HAMID DRAKE - A NIGHT IN NOVEMBER: LIVE IN NEW ORLEANS
Deeply
soulful work from legendary reedman Kidd Jordan – an important figure on the
New Orleans scene for many years, but one who's only finally getting his full
exposure on recent records of this nature! The set features Jordan in duets
with drummer Hamid Drake – as well as a solo moment from each – playing live,
but in a studio, not a performance space – with the kind of upfront, personal
focus the players might bring to a private creative session – although there's
also a small group of listeners in the studio to give them even more response
and direction. The set begins with a long alto and drums duet, then moves to a
drum solo, a tenor/drume passage that runs well over 20 minutes, and a spare
tenor reading of "Wade In The Water" by Jordan. The set's then
completed by a 29 minute return to tenor and drums – with amazing energy from
both musicians! ~ Dusty
Groove
WILLI WILLIAMS - UNIFICATION: FROM CHANNEL ONE TO KING TUBBY'S
Willi
Williams’ album, Unification: From Channel One To King Tubby’s With Willi
Williams & Yabby You drops Tuesday, September 30, and is a “lost” treasure
of a recording of Williams in association with fellow roots Reggae legend Yabby
You. Recorded at both the fabled Channel One and King Tubby’s studios in the
late seventies, the golden age of reggae, this project is an absolute must for
collectors and lovers of classic Roots Reggae music! Williams is also planning a tour in support
of the release.
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