I've recommended this album as an ideal introduction to Derek Bailey's singular art for more than 20 years…what a pleasure it is to find it on Bandcamp, where I'm glad for the opportunity to purchase and recommend it anew. Tracks 1-3 find Bailey in characteristically flinty, mercurial form; in tracks 4, 6 & 7 you imagine him luxuriating in his instrument's warm, rich sound, and "Interlude" is one of his priceless accompanied chats. Consistently brilliant, with surprises throughout. Steve Smith
Superb. What seems an implausible combination of instruments is in fact a great showcase for AB's sinuous saxophones. JK's harp sounds like a particularly rich guitar and her playing is virtuosic. Personally I think Anthony Braxton is at his best in these more intimate settings. This will likely be on my top ten list at end of year. arbitify
Double bassist Helen Svoboda draws connections between contemporary classical and improvised jazz across a new LP, recorded during lockdown. Bandcamp New & Notable Feb 17, 2021
Turkic Uyghur avant-garde artist Saadet Türköz collaborates with Swiss guitarist Beat Keller to explore the rich world of Uyghur folk music. Bandcamp New & Notable Aug 10, 2021