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ReleaseProduct
Spirits
Artist
The Circling Sun
Label
Soundway Records
Catalogue Number
SNDWLP169D
Release Date
19 May 2023

New Zealand’s jazz luminaries have assembled to form an all-star cluster: The Circling Sun.

Channeling spiritual/modal jazz and Latin rhythms, they simultaneously reference the greats such as Sun Ra, Pharoah Sanders and Alice Coltrane, while maintaining a fresh perspective on ensemble dynamics.

Perhaps the group’s name is no coincidence - each instrument seems to be in orbit around the concept of symbiotic synergy - and everyone is given equal space to shine; from a psychedelic Korg, to a delirious saxophone or the gentle ripples of a harp. There’s a huge array of keyboards, skillfully manned by the likes of Guy Harrison and Cory Champion (Clear Path Ensemble), with a standout acoustic piano solo by Harrison on “Plume”.

Not to be outshone, the wind section delivers ecstatic saxophone riffs , fluttering flutes and solid horn choruses throughout. Meanwhile, providing vital foundational support are the percussion (Soundway alumnus Julien Dyne), vibraphone, acoustic bass and full choir arranged by Matt Hunter.

It’s a testament to their harmonious relationship and skill that this debut album instantly sounds like a classic from a group that might have been together a decade.

Digital Tracklist

  1. 1 Bones 7:34 Buy

    Bones

  2. 2 Kohan 6:55 Buy

    Kohan

  3. 3 Veneer 3:27 Buy

    Veneer

  4. 4 Spirits (Part 2) 6:47 Buy

    Spirits (Part 2)

  5. 5 Bliss 5:03 Buy

    Bliss

  6. 6 Plume 6:09 Buy

    Plume

  7. 7 Jewel 7:27 Buy

    Jewel

  8. 8 Silver 4:58 Buy

    Silver

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