One of my favourite bass players of all time, Arild Andersen has been an ECM recording artist for well over five decades now, contributing to so many classic albums, as leader and sideman, it’s impossible to over estimate the importance of everything he has achieved. “Landloper” is, perhaps surprisingly, his first ever solo album for … Continue reading Arild Andersen ‘Landloper’ CD (ECM) 4/5 →

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21.12.2024

Muriel Grossmann 'The Light Of The Mind' LP (RR GEMS) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Muriel Grossmann’s latest release, ‘The Light of the Mind’, holds the staggering distinction of serving as the saxophonist’s sixteenth album as a band leader. It’s an incredible statistic but Grossmann’s career to date has been predominately based on amassing phenomenal achievements and successes that see her star continue to rise. Born in Paris, raised in … Continue reading Muriel Grossmann ‘The Light Of The Mind’ LP (RR GEMS) 4/5 →

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22.12.2024

Colin Vallon 'Samares' CD (ECM) 5/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Pianist Colin Vallon is once again joined by bassist Patrice Moret and drummer Julian Sartorius for his latest trio album “Samares”. The deep subtleties within the trio’s melancholic lyricism play a large part in making this album what it is. Vallon’s compositions as well as his trio’s understated three-way interaction remain a trademark on this … Continue reading Colin Vallon ‘Samares’ CD (ECM) 5/5 →

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22.12.2024

Elin Forkelid 'Songs To Keep You Company On A Dark Night' LP/CD (Sail Cabin) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

‘I wrote these songs as an attempt to bring a little comfort, to whomever may need it’, says Elin Forkelid of her new release. And frankly, I was comforted by the title alone, it was enough to draw me into Forkelid’s world, especially on these long December nights. The Swedish saxophonist and composer has put … Continue reading Elin Forkelid ‘Songs To Keep You Company On A Dark Night’ LP/CD (Sail Cabin) 4/5 →

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Arild Andersen 'Landloper' CD (ECM) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Muriel Grossmann 'The Light Of The Mind' LP (RR GEMS) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Colin Vallon 'Samares' CD (ECM) 5/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

Elin Forkelid 'Songs To Keep You Company On A Dark Night' LP/CD (Sail Cabin) 4/5 - ukvibe - astral travelling since 1993

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