Drums and Electric Bass album from two modern monsters. Double platter affair at 45rpm. Hard-panned for your super-enjoyment, allowing you to listen to each instrument distinctly, together or panned to your liking. Don't ask. Just buy.
"Hard Pan" is a captivating LP by bassist Max Gerl and drummer Mike Mitchell, released under the innovative jazz label Outside in Music. This album showcases an adventurous blend of modern jazz, groove-driven improvisation, and intricate interplay between two of today?s most exciting young musicians. Across its tracks, "Hard Pan" explores rhythmic complexity and melodic inventiveness, offering listeners a fresh perspective on contemporary jazz duo performance. The record stands out for its dynamic energy and creative risk-taking.
Max Gerl has established himself as one of the leading voices on bass in his generation, known for collaborations with artists like Jeff ?Tain? Watts and Arturo Sandoval. Mike Mitchell is celebrated as a prodigious drummer who has performed with legends such as Herbie Hancock and Stanley Clarke. Together, their synergy brings new life to the genre.
Outside in Music is renowned for supporting forward-thinking artists at the cutting edge of jazz and improvised music. With a commitment to artistic integrity and innovation, this New York-based label has become home to some of the most compelling releases in recent years.
