Kahil El'Zabar's Ritual Trio has across four decades woven together improvisation and celebration, always insisting that performance fire is nothing without human warmth. Recorded in Germany in 1989, Alika Rising! Documents the debut of one of the Trio's seminal line-ups: El'Zabar on percussion and vocals, Malachi Favors on bass, and Ari Brown on soprano sax and piano. Originally released by Sound Aspects, Germany.
"Alika Rising" is a captivating CD release by the Kahil El'zabar Ritual Trio, produced by KATL. This album showcases an innovative blend of spiritual jazz and African rhythms, reflecting both tradition and modernity in its compositions. The tracks are marked by deep grooves, expressive improvisations, and a profound sense of musical storytelling that invites listeners into a transcendent sonic journey. The production quality from KATL ensures each instrument shines with clarity and warmth.
Kahil El'zabar Ritual Trio is led by percussionist and composer Kahil El'zabar, renowned for his pioneering work in avant-garde jazz since the 1970s. As one of Chicago?s most influential musicians, he has collaborated with legends like Pharoah Sanders and David Murray. His ensemble's previous albums have received critical acclaim for their originality and emotional depth.
KATL is recognized as a dedicated label supporting boundary-pushing artists within the jazz genre. Their commitment to high-quality recordings has made them respected among audiophiles and music enthusiasts worldwide.