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Dave Rempis / Elizabeth Harnik / Michael Zerang: Astragaloi
ByThis is the trio's third release, and it follows Triple Tube (Not Two, 2020) and Wistfully (Aerophonic Records, 2016). All three are live dates, better for the anthropologists in us to observe the musicians in their natural habitat. There is plenty of the Rempis trademark rip, tear and crunch heard, but with the somewhat rare appearance of a chordal instrument, Harnik's piano, the approach here is entrancing. Harnik's ability to generate energy is admirable. Whether she is working the keyboard or the insides of the piano, which she does often, the music is hers to direct. She can wield a percussive attack to match Zerang's approach or fire off rapid notes à la Rempis' saxophone, consequently freeing both Zerang and Rempis to illuminate the stage. Zerang has always been a colourist, here he flavors the ensemble with splashes and deep resonant beats. Everything you want to know about the origin, development and evolved behaviors of free jazz is embodied in these forty-two minutes.
Astragaloi is a joint release between Aerophonic Records (CD and digital download) and Idyllic Noise will release it in a vinyl format.
Track Listing
Milkvetch; Macateta; Locoweed; Lafo Litupa; Goat’s Thorn.
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Album information
Title: Astragaloi | Year Released: 2022 | Record Label: Aerophonic Records
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