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Bremer/McCoy: Natten
ByThat particular mood is front and center on Natten ("The Night"). The sound of Bremer/McCoy is more settled than ever on their third release, and yet more exploratory than before at the same time. Their dialogue here is one for the wee hours that is still engaging rather than sleepy. The pair first began by playing dub, as it happens, and so it is no surprise that they share a similar grounding in groove. McCoy drifts between piano and electric organ, equally light-fingered and contemplative on each. Likewise, Bremer's bass lines stay both supple and precise, however airy the melodies tend to get.
The pieces are sketched out with some deliberation (most meant to evoke particular emotions or experiences), then performed with very little preparation. The two simply feel out the shape of each one, wandering freely and always trusting each other to wander back together without getting lost. McCoy states that Natten was intended to be created this way in the moment, just by staying open to the moment in "pure gratitude for simply being." The result is calming and comforting enough for anyone who is happy to float along.
Track Listing
Natten; Mit Kjerte; Gratitude; Hjertebarn; Nu og Altid; April; Aurora; Nova; Måneskin; Natten (part 2); Lalibela.
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Title: Natten | Year Released: 2021 | Record Label: Luaka Bop
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