"Monster" is a captivating CD release by the avant-garde ensemble McPhee/Gartmayer/Edwards/Portugal, brought to you by Klanggalerie. This album showcases an exhilarating journey through experimental jazz and improvisational soundscapes, blending saxophone, clarinet, bass, and drums into a dynamic exploration of musical boundaries. The group features Paul McPhee?s innovative saxophone work, Susanna Gartmayer?s adventurous bass clarinet textures, John Edwards? inventive double bass techniques, and João Lencastre Portugal's energetic drumming. Each member is renowned in the international improvised music scene for their groundbreaking collaborations and performances at major festivals worldwide.
Klanggalerie is an Austrian label celebrated for its dedication to unconventional music genres such as experimental jazz, electronic avant-garde, and post-industrial sounds. Since its founding in 1995, Klanggalerie has become synonymous with high-quality releases from pioneering artists who push creative limits.
McPhee/Gartmayer/Edwards/Portugal have individually contributed significantly to contemporary music: Joe McPhee is revered for his decades-long influence on free jazz; Susanna Gartmayer stands out as one of Europe?s most original reed players; John Edwards has collaborated with countless icons across genres; while João Lencastre Portugal brings rhythmic innovation from both European and global scenes. "Monster" captures their collective energy in a series of powerful live recordings that will thrill fans of boundary-pushing modern jazz.