PROTOTYPE

UNDERSTANDING

The inventive and open-minded approach of Wallace Roney's previous HighNote releases is maintained on HOME. Roney is taking the eclecticism of his influences and merging them into a coherent whole.

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. Wallace Roney's music is a tough, taut and intransigent continuation of the arcane forms and structured freedoms of Miles Davis' 1960s quintet. Listeners often associate Roney with Davis, thanks to Roney's work with the jazz legend early in Roney's career. But at this point, Davis' impact on Roney can be considered mostly historic, with Roney's playing larger in scope, firmer in tone and sharper in attack than Davis'. Today, Wallace's set lists feature easy-on-the-ear themes that mask harmonic complexities, while solos are fueled by strong moods and sustained rhythmic drive informed by the spectre of Davis but far from imitating him. With the Grammy-winning composer/pianist Patrice Rushen on hand with guest reedman Gary Bartz and Wallace's sidemen of choice, Ben Solomon, tenor sax, Buster Williams, bass and Lenny White, drums, the musicians deliver a blisteringly accomplished and creative session.

MYSTIKAL

Classical Music

Classical Music

Rossini: La Cenerentola

Originally released in 2002 and now re-issued as part of Linn’s ECHO series, Sarah Moule's debut album 'It's a Nice Thought' features 14 songs by Fran Landesman and Simon Wallace, who together produced over 300 songs during an eight-year working relationship. Since she began performing with her quartet in 2002, Sarah has established a growing reputation as one of Britain’s most exciting jazz vocal talents, exhibiting an emotionally-direct vocal style, gutsy swing and sensitivity. “A sweet, beguiling voice and cool delivery…captures the tone of these songs to perfection.” Jazzwise

Jalsaghar

Classical Music

Classical Music

Classical Music

Classical Music

Classical Music