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Claire Luzi presents “Ce Corta-Jaca”

Claire Luzi will unveil her new EP "Ce Corta-Jaca" on its release September 20, 2024, on LaRoda / InOuïe Distribution. This new work will be presented live on stage on Thursday October 10, 2024 at Les 2 Pianos (Paris). Her first single ‘Le tram qui mène à la mer' will be available on all platforms on 28 June 2024. Claire Luzi opens up and tells us, with this new quartet and songs in French, her thoughts, her dreams and her fantasies. An ode to nature, women and freedom where the words chosen by Claire Luzi intertwine perfectly with the musical notes on the joyful melodies of the Brazilian choro. Line-up: Claire Luzi: voice, mandolin Karine Huet: accordeon Raquel Freitas: piano Icaro Kai Mello: percussions Claire Luzi by... Manu Théron: "This mandolinist-singer – leader of companies and faithful musical friendships – takes us into her shimmering universe, shaped by long-standing encounters between Brazil and Provence, between dreamlike melodies and very terrestrial rhythms. She imagines with blazing greed and discretion the thousand and one stories of ordinary life, sieved through her hopes, her dreams of equality or happy ecology, and tells the story of the thousand little things that punctuate our daily life in this maze." Claire Luzi by... Claire Luzi: ‘’In my songs you will find everything I love, and everything I learned : a solid classical piano training with a total infatuation with Chopin’s melodies; I grew up listening to Bourvil, Boby Lapointe and later, Nougaro whose every word upsets me, and then Juliette, among others... Several years of classical or contemporary choral singing, a university degree as a musician working in a school environment, a companionship (thanks to an ADAMI grant in 2016) for a voice-training with the great singer Teca Calazans... And then the mandolin ! In Corsica, with my great-uncle, then with Patrick Valiant, and finally in Brazil with Pedro Amorim and Marco César, Brazil where I found the music that suits me: the choro, which combines the melodies of Chopin with the syncopations that make my soul dance! In 2007 I met in Brazil the composer and guitarist Cristiano Nascimento and since then, our love duo has been fertile in songs and creations (and in children too)!’’
27 June 2024

Muddy Gurdy present “Seven”

Muddy Gurdy will be revealing "Seven", their third album, when it is released on 6 September 2024 by Buda Musique. This opus will be presented on Thursday 12 September 2024 on the stage of the Studio de L'Ermitage during a special launch concert. ➡ The single "Louisiana Blues" will be available from 28 June 2024 on all platforms.⬅ Muddy Gurdy is a unique, visionary trio on an adventure between two lands, Mississippi and Auvergne. This unusual group (a singer-guitarist, a hurdy-gurdy player and a percussionist) has invented its own music, rootsy and psychedelic, generous and earthy. Line-up : Tia Gouttebel: vocals, guitars, backing vocals Gilles Chabenat: hurdy-gurdy Fabrice Bony: percussion, backing vocals ‘’Auvergne-Mississippi with Muddy Gurdy in 2017, Mississippi-Auvergne with Homecoming in 2020. And now Auvergne-Louisiane with Seven. These three albums form a space-time triptych, the realisation of the Muddy Gurdy trio's idea, as mad as it was visionary: to create a music of the earth and of the earth, to dig a deep furrow from the volcanoes of Auvergne to the hills of Mississippi or the bayous of Louisiana, to affirm by example that the gestures of musicians can be as universal and ancestral as those of farmers here or elsewhere. Their tools? A hurdy-gurdy, guitars, percussion and singing. The story could have ended with Homecoming, after the death of Marco Glomeau, the group's percussionist and companion to singer-guitarist Tia Gouttebel, and the brilliant mind and prankster behind the Muddy Gurdy project. Marco had wanted the adventure to continue as planned, with this chapter on the Louisiana soil that the group had already explored several times. The new trio (with Gilles Chabenat on hurdy-gurdy and friend Fabrice Bony on percussion) recorded Seven as they know how: quickly and well. In one week, in a whirlwind of encounters, with songs and people, sometimes arranged long ago and sometimes from one day to the next, in places where people live (a classroom with 50 children in the chorus, a boat, a lawn, the stage of a club while the customers are having drinks...), with a small technical team and a mobile studio for the recording. In this cool, frenetic and spiritual album, we hear Cajun music, zydeco accordion, a Mardi Gras Indian chief's song, and revisited classics by Nina Simone, Muddy Waters and Hank Williams. We discover the 'juror' of the Broussard Sisters (and it's a revelation). We savour the richness of the Louisiana ingredients, and the trio's talent for transforming them into Muddy Gurdy songs. No dogma, no ethnomusicological pretensions, just the pleasure of meeting and sharing. Seven is not a history lesson, but a lesson in life and perhaps even survival. Why is this third album called Seven? Because they left for Louisiana as a six-piece, but Marco Glomeau's spirit was with them on the trip, always present in the group's adventure and in their hearts.’’ Stéphane Deschamps
27 June 2024

David Krakauer presents the ‘’Krakauer & Tagg’s Good Vibes Explosion’’ Tour

David Krakauer and Kathleen Tagg are back with “Krakauer & Tagg's Good Vibes Explosion”, playing several dates at prestigious festivals across Europe. The album “Mazel Tov Cocktail Party” was released on February 25, 2022 by Label Bleu and Table Pounding Records / L'Autre Distribution to rave reviews (see below). David Krakauer and Kathleen Tagg have since decided to rename the project “Krakauer & Tagg's Good Vibes Explosion”, as this is more in line with what they want to convey: “an uncategorized explosion of good vibes, with incredibly diverse music and people coming together in a new global sound.’’ Krakauer & Tagg's Good Vibes Explosion consists of: David Krakauer, clarinet and vocals Kathleen Tagg, keyboards, cello, accordion, electronics/samples Sarah MK, MC, vocals and rap Martin Shamoonpour, daf (Iranian frame drum), jaw harp and mouth percussion Yoshie Fruchter, electric guitar, oud and mandolin Jerome Harris, bass and vocals John Hadfield, drums and percussion The artists will perform this summer in Europe on the following dates: - July 5: Jazz à Vienne (38) - July 7: Rudolstadt Festival  (Germany) - July 26 & 27: Schleswig Holstein Festival  (Germany) They will also be performing in France in the autumn: - November 19: La Seine musicale, Boulogne (92) - November 20: Éclats d'Émail Jazz Édition, Limoges (87) - November 23: Cité musicale, L'Arsenal, Metz (57) From Mazel Tov Cocktail Party to Krakauer & Tagg's Good Vibes Explosion: Always in search of new aesthetic frontiers and new sounds, clarinetist, composer and conductor David Krakauer has teamed up with producer Kathleen Tagg to create a cathartic expression of joy and affirmation. In response to the rise of bigotry and intolerance around the world, Krakauer and Tagg have assembled a team of artists from a wide variety of genres and cultural backgrounds to convey a counter-message of positivity that celebrates our common humanity. Good Vibes Explosion was conceived and created by Krakauer and producer Kathleen Tagg as an “explosion of good vibrations” in response to the current climate of incredible polarization and negativity that pervades our daily lives. Their album, Mazel Tov Cocktail Party, with a tongue-in-cheek title that references a pundit’s slip-of the tongue, has received rave reviews across North America and Europe. Alongside Krakauer and Tagg, the project showcases a multi-generational/high-octane group of collaborators from very different backgrounds, hailing from the USA, Canada, Iran and South Africa: clarinet virtuoso Krakauer stands out as the godfather of Tagg's eccentric keyboards and production, Iranian drummer and multi-talent Martin Shamanpoor, the virtuoso bass of jazz guru Jerome Harris, the voice and words of soul singer and rapper Sarah MK and the lines of oudist/guitarist Yoshie Fruchter. Together they embrace the diversity of today’s America through their unique take on a multitude of traditional roots musics, bringing their enormous musical and cultural diversity to the project and collaborating to create powerful original material. Old forms are celebrated both by bringing them into a 21st century sound-world and expanding the context to make room for new stories. This project was created in response to the current climate of polarization that pervades our daily lives. In these uncertain times, it’s a chance to come together to celebrate our common humanity and foster joy, positivity and togetherness. Their influences are global, but the sound they create collectively has produced something uniquely their own. Familiar dance forms such as Polka or Square Dance never sounded this way before, with hand drumming, propulsive electronic beats, lyrics calling for catharsis and positivity, deep grooves and Krakauer’s wailing clarinet crying out for us to join together, celebrate and feel the power in our aliveness. For 25 years, David Krakauer has spearheaded projects that bring together multicultural elements in unexpected ways. He is considered one of the leading forces redefining and reimagining the music of his Eastern European Jewish cultural heritage. In 2008, he founded Table Pounding Records as a hub for cross-genre projects. Then in 2015, Kathleen Tagg joined Krakauer in the production and creation of Table Pounding Records: Table Pounding Music.
18 June 2024

Söndörgő present « Gyezz »

Söndörgő will unveil their new album ‘’Gyezz’’ on its release June 28, 2024, on Coming Up Music / L’Autre Distribution. Their singles ‘Spoon’ and ‘Hid’ are already available on all platforms. The band will be touring France this summer: - 9 July 2024: Festival Convivencia - Ayguesvives (31) - 11 July 2024: Aux Heures d'été - Nantes (44) Söndörgő is made up of : Ábel Dénes : double bass, tapan Áron Eredics : first tamboura, tamboura cello, derbuka, tapan Benjamin Eredics : kontra tambura, trumpet Dávid Eredics : alto tambourine, clarinet, alto saxophone, kaval Salamon Eredics : alto tambourine, accordion, hulusi, frula With Chris Potter on tracks 1, 2, 5, 8 Resilience in Harmony: A Note from the Band In the midst of global turmoil, our band emerged as a robust force, surmounting challenges and uncertainties. In the chaos, our music became the catalyst for hope and inspiration. We remained steadfast in our commitment to our craft as the resonance illuminated the darkness, reigniting our collective spirit. In less than 24 hours, in Budapest, we harnessed the power of our musical synergy. Crafting an unforgettable testament to resilience and creativity, with Chris Potter's special guest appearance adding a unique dimension to our album. The album embodies the transformative power of music, offering solace and inspiration to all who seek refuge in its melodies. We extend our deepest gratitude to Chris Potter for his extraordinary talent. His involvement in making music together with us is one of the greatest honors in the band's history. For embarking on this journey with us, special thanks to you, our listeners. May our music serve as a guiding light through life's turbulent waters. Söndörgő short biography: The primordial nature of traditional music, the sophistication of classical compositions, the energies of rock music and the purity of Bartók's thinking characterize the Hungarian band Söndörgő, one of the most exciting, innovative and successful bands on the international world music scene. When Söndörgő was formed more than a quarter of a century ago, the members were still children and practically grew up along with the band. Four of the five members are part of the same family of musicians: three brothers (Aaron, Benjamin and Salamon Eredics) and a cousin (David Eredics). Their spiritual backbone is the legendary Vujicsics Ensemble, which has been playing authentic South Slavic folk music for close to fifty years: father and uncle figures, along with other Eredics musicians. Thus, in accordance with Zoltán Kodály’s ideals, the musical education of the members of Söndörgő began nine months before their birth. "The year 2024 marked a pivotal turning point for the band, ushering in a new era of growth and creative exploration. With the signing of a groundbreaking record deal with esteemed label Ground Up Music, the band set the stage for the much-anticipated release of their transformative album "Gyezz" in the summer of the same year, featuring the illustrious jazz saxophonist Chris Potter. Amidst this period of profound evolution, the band also embarked on an exciting partnership with the forward-thinking management team at 3S Music."
12 June 2024

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