The latest reincarnation of The Bad Plus continues to impress with their engrossing release “Complex Emotions”. Following 2022’s welcome shock to the system “The Bad Plus” on Edition Records, the enigmatic four-piece of Reid Anderson – Acoustic Bass + Synthesizer, Dave King – Drums + Synthesizer, Ben Monder – Guitar, and Chris Speed – Tenor … Continue reading The Bad Plus ‘Complex Emotions’ Cobalt Blue Vinyl/CD (Mack Avenue) 4/5 →

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19.11.2024

Dawda Jobarteh / Stefan Pasborg 'Live in Turku' LP/CD (April) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Frequent collaborators, Danish sticks man, Stefan Pasborg and kora wiz, Dawda Jobarteh, who’s originally from Gambia, capture the gig experience for ‘Live In Turku”, only their second release as a duet. “Folkman” starts off nice and easy; the simple, even primitive riff given the space to breathe and establish itself while the drumming intensifies and … Continue reading Dawda Jobarteh / Stefan Pasborg ‘Live in Turku’ LP/CD (April) 4/5 →

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19.11.2024

Kyle Shepherd Trio 'A Dance More Sweetly Played' 180g Vinyl (Matsuli Music) 5/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

The world of recorded music has become complex so just to be clear this album is basically a top notch 180g vinyl production which will be available from Matsuli’s Bandcamp page and more widely in other outlets. Digital versions and bonus tracks are available if you buy via Bandcamp. Some music, the best music, can … Continue reading Kyle Shepherd Trio ‘A Dance More Sweetly Played’ 180g Vinyl (Matsuli Music) 5/5 →

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21.11.2024

Freysteinn 'Að einhverju / To Somewhere' LP (Self-released) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Icelandic bassist and composer Freysteinn returns with his third album, Aô Einhverju / To Somewhere, showcasing once more his compelling musical vision and artistry. This recording marks the second release with his quartet, now featuring the exceptional Hilmar Jensson on guitar, widely regarded as one of Iceland’s most influential non-jazz musicians. Joining him once again … Continue reading Freysteinn ‘Að einhverju / To Somewhere’ LP (Self-released) 4/5 →

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The Bad Plus 'Complex Emotions' Cobalt Blue Vinyl/CD (Mack Avenue) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Dawda Jobarteh / Stefan Pasborg 'Live in Turku' LP/CD (April) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Kyle Shepherd Trio 'A Dance More Sweetly Played' 180g Vinyl (Matsuli Music) 5/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Freysteinn 'Að einhverju ​/ ​To Somewhere' LP (Self-released) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

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Freysteinn 'Að einhverju / To Somewhere' LP (Self-released) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993