Goran Kajfes Tropiques -Tell Us -WE JAZZ / INDIGO CD Grooves.land/Playthek

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1. UNITY IN DIVERSITY
2. PRIJE I POSLE
3. MAGMATIQUE

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The Swedish quartet Goran KajfeÅ¡ Tropiques share their new music We Jazz Records on May 3rd. Tell Us, an album consisting of three long pieces composed by the group, is "slow music" to the bone, a deep body of work utilising the language of jazz as its core mode of communication but echoing way beyond. The quartet is expanded with strings, adding wings to the music and helping it lift off the ground in a personal, highly engaging manner. The Tropiques quartet consists of Goran KajfeÅ¡ (trumpet, synthesizer), Alexander Zethson (piano, organ, synthesizer), Johan Berthling (acoustic bass) and Johan Holmegard (drums) â?? each a key member in the Swedish creative music scene, with experience from groups such as Dungen, Ghosted, Fire!, Gard Nilssen's Supersonic Orchestra, Oddjob, plus many more, including Goran KajfeÅ¡'s own Suptropic Arkestra. Their music, groove based and connected to the tradition of "minimalism" has at times been called "hypno-jazz". Tropiques initially came together in 2011 when KajfeÅ¡ was commissioned to compose and perform music to a performance by the Swedish modern dance company VindhÃ¤xor. Since then, the group has evolved in its own ways and independently from, yet informed by, their origins. That is, the experience of creating music together with a strong sense of movement. All three compositions on Tell Us expand on what the Tropiques have done before, building around their signature style and its spacey texture and rooting the musical narrative in strong melody, rolling groove and their collective limitless urge for sonic exploration. As the opener "Unity In Diversity" goes to show, Tropiques's compositions are like flowers opening slowly, each element and layer growing out of what has come before, in a constantly surprising manner. This music, then, becomes the perfect antidote for the quick-fix eye candy rolling down your smartphone screen. This music will take its time, but it'll also create new dimensions with each second as it unfolds. -

Recorded at Studio Rymden [...] Additional recordings at Kajfe? Elektrika CD edition in gatefold card sleeve.

"Tell Us" is the latest CD release by Goran Kajfes Tropiques, brought to you by We Jazz / Indigo. This album showcases the innovative spirit of Swedish trumpeter and composer Goran Kajfes, whose genre-defying approach has earned him international acclaim. With "Tell Us," Tropiques explores a rich tapestry of jazz infused with elements from world music, electronic textures, and progressive improvisation. The result is an immersive listening experience that pushes boundaries while remaining deeply melodic. Goran Kajfes is renowned for his adventurous musical projects and has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious Nordic Council Music Prize. His work spans collaborations with artists across genres and continents, making him a pivotal figure in contemporary European jazz. Previous albums like "Headspin" and "The Reason Why Volumes 1-3" have solidified his reputation as an innovator. We Jazz / Indigo stands out as a forward-thinking label dedicated to presenting cutting-edge jazz releases from around the globe. Their commitment to high-quality production values and artistic integrity ensures each release offers something unique for discerning listeners.

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05259592

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