Recorded live at St. Luke in the Fields in New York City in May 2022, Breaking the Shell is a bold collaborative effort from three distinct musical voices: legendary drummer Andrew Cyrille, acclaimed guitarist Bill Frisell, and British pipe organist Kit Downes. Released in 2024 on Red Hook Records, this trio recording brings together decades of jazz innovation with a sound that is at once contemplative, adventurous, and deeply expressive.
The album weaves together original compositions from all three musicians alongside interpretations of traditional European folk songs from Norway and Hungary, resulting in a richly textured and genre-defying listen. Downes' pipe organ adds an unconventional and haunting dimension to the music, while Frisell's signature guitar work and Cyrille's nuanced percussion create a sound world that spans avant-garde jazz, ambient textures, and modal music. It's a genuinely unique recording that showcases three master musicians pushing creative boundaries together.
- Format: Vinyl
- Clear Vinyl
- Label: Red Hook Records (4)
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 09/27/2024
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TRACKS
A1. May 4th
A2. Untitled 23
A3. Kasei Valles
A4. El
A5. Southern Body
B1. Sjung Herte Sjung
B2. Two Twins
B3. July 2nd
B4. Cypher
B5. Proximity
B6. Este A Székelyeknél
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