With plenty of Miles-themed albums releasing across his centenary year, drummer Gregory Hutchinson is throwing his hat in the ring with his latest album, Kind of Now - The Pulse of Miles Davis, whilst guitarist Biréli Lagrène channels Weather Report in Elegant People. Inspired by the Greek god of the west wind, Zephyr is the latest from pianist Yukari, and trumpeter D!ma Loginov makes his debut with First Impression. Finally, stoomboot returns with his latest album een heel leven, reflecting on the unpredictability of life.
Kind of Now - The Pulse of Miles Davis
Gregory Hutchinson
In celebration of Miles Davis’ centenary this year, American drummer Gregory Hutchinson reveals his latest album Kind of Now - The Pulse of Miles Davis where both he and a personally selected group of musicians deliver modern and fresh interpretations from the Davis repertoire. From bebop originals to the fusion sounds of Davis’ later career, Hutchinson pays tribute to the trumpet legend, all whilst giving the tunes a contemporary spin.
Available Format: CD
Kind of Now - The Pulse of Miles Davis
Gregory Hutchinson
Available Format: Vinyl Record
Elegant People
Biréli Lagrène
Spontaneous, expressive, and highly skilled, guitarist Biréli Lagrène releases his new album, Elegant People – inspired by the same Weather Report tune. Undertaking a variety of American jazz repertoire, Lagrène is accompanied by an ensemble of piano, bass and drums in a refined and stripped back performance.
Available Formats: Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
Zephyr
Yukari
Inspired by a walking trip with her daughter during lockdown, Yukari’s Zephyr speaks to a quiet yet powerful awakening. The pianist composed a selection of originals, all inspired by personal reflections, concepts and experiences, and all are accompanied by percussion and bass.
Available Formats: CD, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
First Impression
D!ma Loginov
Releasing his debut album, trumpeter D!ma Loginov blends modern jazz with the unique sounds of Kazakh folk music in First Impression. Moving from lyrical sounds to the freedom found in improvisation, Loginov is joined by a close-knit group of musicians and collectively they explore themes of identity, vulnerability and memory.
Available Formats: CD, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
een heel leven
stoomboot
After 15 years of evolving from introspective romantic to drawing on the world around him, stoomboot returns with een heel leven, a concept album reflecting on life’s unpredictable paths and the choices that define us. Recorded live in the studio with a minimalist trio, the album offers an intimate, story-driven journey through the lives he could have lived.
Available Formats: CD, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, MP3
