2025 is the yr of up to date jazz. Artists like corto.alto, Matt Wilde, Braxton Cook dinner, Moses Yoofee, VLADKO, Yoni Mayraz and R.S. Riverman have topped my private charts and I understand I hearken to alot extra of that dynamic, forward-thinking new style mix than ever earlier than. I really feel the style is a revival kind and we’re experiencing such a inventive new wave of artists that is certain to interrupt into the mainstream lane.
I’ve so as to add the title of 9ICK and his brand-new observe “Postcard from 2023” might simply be one among my favorite new gems. The music is the second single from 9ICK’s upcoming album SMIL ( “smile” in Danish), following-up the optimistic radiation of “Chilly Dip” launched again in August.
“Postcard from 2023” dwells on the extra mellow aspect of issues, nevertheless it completely balances calmness and the sensation of fast build-ups and improvisation. This one is all in regards to the little particulars. I really like how the haze of basic jazz floats by way of the combo, wrapped in psychedelic congas and anchored by a bassline that immediately locks you in. What makes it much more fascinating is the best way it got here collectively – a cross-continental jam session with out borders. Musicians hailing from LA, Amsterdam, Austin, and Copenhagen every added their contact, all that because of the stellar abilities of Elijah Fox, Zach Yañez, and Louk Cox who complement 9ICK’s movement.
Though the recordings occurred worlds aside, the observe pulses with the spark of stay interaction, melting distance into one seamless, hypnotic movement.
