2025 is the yr of up to date jazz. Artists like corto.alto, Matt Wilde, Braxton Prepare dinner, Moses Yoofee, VLADKO, Yoni Mayraz and R.S. Riverman have topped my private charts and I notice I take heed to alot extra of that dynamic, forward-thinking new style mix than ever earlier than. I really feel the style is a revival type and we’re experiencing such a artistic new wave of artists that is certain to interrupt into the mainstream lane.
I’ve so as to add the title of 9ICK and his brand-new observe “Postcard from 2023” may simply be one in all my favorite new gems. The track is the second single from 9ICK’s upcoming album SMIL ( “smile” in Danish), following-up the optimistic radiation of “Chilly Dip” launched again in August.
“Postcard from 2023” dwells on the extra mellow aspect of issues, however it completely balances calmness and the sensation of speedy build-ups and improvisation. This one is all concerning the little particulars. I really like how the haze of basic jazz floats by the combination, wrapped in psychedelic congas and anchored by a bassline that immediately locks you in. What makes it much more charming is the way in which it got here collectively – a cross-continental jam session with out borders. Musicians hailing from LA, Amsterdam, Austin, and Copenhagen every added their contact, all that because of the stellar abilities of Elijah Fox, Zach Yañez, and Louk Cox who complement 9ICK’s circulate.
Though the recordings occurred worlds aside, the observe pulses with the spark of reside interaction, melting distance into one seamless, hypnotic circulate.
