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1971

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Daniel Casares

Label: Hout Records
Released: 2025
Duration: 00:40:09
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Tracks

Comet; Out Again; Relaxing in Portugal; Melted; Interlude; Mad; Red Blues; Grey Sky; Amsterdam Bike Ride; Many Moons

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All instruments performed by Daniel Casares.

Album Description

Guitarist, composer, and producer Daniel Casares first fell in love with music through classic rock. As a teenager, exploring music beyond rock he stumbled upon classic jazz fusion albums such as Miles Davis' Bitches Brew and In a Silent Way, Soft Machine's Third, Weather Report's eponymous record and early performances, and many more. The artist loved the freedom he found in these recordings, which subverted the rock he knew until then while creating something impactful and exciting. After being introduced to a groundbreaking John Coltrane performance at age 18, Daniel pursued the thorough learning of traditional jazz, abandoning fusion for a few years. “1971” delivers an avant-garde, psychedelic fusion album that aims to contain the spirit of the jazz of that year, when fusion was raw and experimental, although showcasing Daniel's forward-looking approach. The album features creative solos on alto sax, keyboard, and electric guitar and a powerful, adventurous "fictional" rhythm section. The melodies are colorful and harmonies remain mostly modal, with some modern and tonal passages. The record was created after a refreshing road trip to Portugal, where the artist was inspired by the country’s landscapes, culture, kindness of its people, and by the emotional value of spending quality time with loved ones.

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