Qwalia -Abbreviations - LP Grooves.land/Playthek

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A1: Omega (05:37)
A2: Elevator Company feat. Miryam Solomon (05:36)
A3: Majolica (04:13)
A4: For Future Reference (04:23)
B1: Valeria (04:23)
B2: The Spin (08:50)
B3: Isaiah Moon (05:12)

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Abbreviations by Qwalia, released 5 July 2024. This version of Abbreviations comes as a 1xLP. -

Cut from material recorded in April 2021 at Fish Factory studios in London, the album's title 'Abbreviations' nods to the editing and post-production processes that trimmed the original recordings into seven succinct and intricate tracks. Making space for collaborators Ernesto Marichales (percussion), Miryam Solomon (vocals) and Valeria Pozzo (Violin, viola), it builds on the critically-acclaimed success of 'Sound & Reason' (supported by Gilles Peterson and Mary Anne Hobbs) to bring out different shades of the group's shape-shifting sound. 'Elevator Company' condenses twenty-minutes of jamming around Tal Janes' hypnotic guitar line into a low-lit lounge groove that subverts the tropes of elevator music associated with some forms of easy listening jazz. Featuring Solomon's wordless vocals, the piece blurs the lines between ambient and improvised music, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere reminiscent of classic R&B recordings. On a different tip, 'The Spin' is a trance-like freak-out drawing on the final reserves of energy at the tail end of two days of solid recording. Reflecting guitarist Janes' idea that 'music really starts happening after a while, once you feel like you have nothing left to offer,' the hypnotic rhythm section sets the tone for an fraught and frazzled guitar solo that seems to dissolve the very edges of time and space in the process. An album that speaks to Qwalia's endless capacity for self-renewal and uninhibited expression, Abbreviations takes it's cue from the group's name to communicate something ineffable about the nature of music, rhythm and sound that must be experienced to be truly understood.Tracklisting:A1. OmegaA2. Elevator CompanyA3. MajolicaA4. For Future ReferenceB1. ValeriaB2. The SpinB3. Isaiah Moon

Contains printed insert.

"Abbreviations" is the debut LP from Qwalia, released by ALBERT'S FAVOURITES. This album showcases a vibrant blend of jazz, funk, and global influences, reflecting the band's London roots and multicultural backgrounds. Across its tracks, "Abbreviations" delivers intricate rhythms, soulful melodies, and improvisational brilliance that highlight Qwalia's unique approach to contemporary instrumental music. The record stands out for its dynamic interplay between musicians and genre-defying soundscapes that invite listeners on an immersive journey. Qwalia is a London-based quartet known for their innovative fusion of jazz with elements from African grooves to electronic textures. Since forming in 2019, they have quickly gained recognition within the UK jazz scene for their energetic live performances and boundary-pushing compositions. Their members have collaborated with artists such as Nubya Garcia and Moses Boyd?names synonymous with modern British jazz excellence. ALBERT'S FAVOURITES is an independent label celebrated for championing forward-thinking artists across genres like soul, hip-hop, electronica, and jazz. With a reputation for nurturing creative talent in London's thriving underground scene, ALBERT'S FAVOURITES has become home to some of the most exciting new voices in contemporary music.

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5060202598267

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