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Sun Dance (For Al Foster) by Bobby Wiens
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Album Title: Focus
Label: Self Produced
Released: 2026
Duration: 01:10:00
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About the Album
I’m thrilled to present my second album as a leader! I wanted this work to be a reflection of where I’m currently at, both musically and in life: the joys and challenges of being a new parent, the ever-evolving way I experience the world around me, a harkening back to some of my very early musical inspirations, and an overall sound conception that continually reveals aspects of itself to me the longer I learn about, practice, listen to, and discover this music.
I also wanted this release to feature (with one exception) all originals of mine for the first time.
About the musicians:
I actually had these guys in mind before I started writing most of these tunes; so the majority of my compositional process for this record involved me imagining them, specifically, playing this music. All three of them are grounded in the tradition, history, and language of Black American Music, while also being very open to explore and add their individuality and creativity to the compositions.
Gabe is a true master of the trumpet, and every time I play with him I feel like I learn something new. I was honored to have him bring his unique and highly developed voice to this project. Tom is a longtime friend and collaborator of mine. He has a rare and uncanny... more
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released March 31, 2026
All compositions by Bobby Wiens (BMI), except “With God on Our Side” (Bob Dylan, Special Rider Music)
Musicians:
Gabriel Mervine - trumpet and flugelhorn
Tom Amend - piano and keyboards
Seth Lewis - bass
Bobby Wiens - drums
Recorded by Colin Bricker at Mighty Fine Productions (Denver, CO) on December 10, 2025
Mixed and Mastered by Colin Bricker (MFP)
Photography by Hannah Rodriguez
Album Design by Jacob Reid
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Tracks
Go Back to the Beginning; Focus; Hat Trick; Devoted Heart; Sun Dance (For Al Foster); Hermann; Headed East; Morning Run; Mantra; For AJ; Minor Dilemma; With God on Our Side
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Date featured
February 13, 2027
This song appears by permission of the contributing artist and/or record company. It is for personal use only; no other rights are granted or implied.
