Ingrid Laubrock’s “Purposing the Air” is a two-disc experimental album where the composer blends poetry by Erica Hunt with diverse vocalists and instrumentalists. Each track features short, evocative compositions, challenging artistic boundaries. Collaborators include Fay Victor, Rachel Calloway, and Duo Cortona, highlighting Laubrock’s vision and the emotive power of spoken word.
The album “Samba of Sorts” by the Unity Quartet features Brazilian musicians Helio Alves, Guilherme Monteiro, Gili Lopes, and Alex Kautz. Blending original compositions and covers, the album showcases various musical styles with energetic and relaxing arrangements. Their goal is to reflect cultural roots through music, creating a vibrant listening experience.
THUNDERMOTHER, formed in 2009 by guitarist Filippa Nässil, is set to celebrate its 15th anniversary in 2024. Known for successful tours and chart-topping albums, they’ve collaborated with renowned bands like SCORPIONS and KISS. Their upcoming single “I Left My License In The Future” debuts on November 3, 2023, accompanied by a European tour.
Dayna Stephens’ album “Hopium,” set for release on February 7, 2025, blends hope and reality through seven original compositions. Featuring a quintet, the music navigates emotions of optimism and disillusionment. Each track showcases Stephens’ saxophones and the contributions of talented collaborators, culminating in an engaging exploration of life’s uncertainties.
