New Release Round-Up - 9th May 2025(presto)

Message Topic Search Topic Options Post Reply Create New Topic Printable Version Translate Topic

   New Release Round-Up - 9th May 2025
by Maddy Allison 
If you like your jazz crossing genres, or on the more innovative side, then this week will have plenty of releases for you. Danish group The Action 4s debut their first album of the same name, with Mathias Heise’s harmonica leading the way in this acoustic/electric merge. After nearly a four year break, the Hedvig Mollestad trio channel prog-jazz in Bees in the Bonnet and the Horst Hansen trio inject an edgy sound into their blend of jazz, hip-hop and rock in Sophisticated. DJ and producer Rebecca Vasmant pushes boundaries of contemporary jazz with her ambient sounds in Who We Are, Becoming and those who are craving a slightly more traditional sound should certainly give an ear to Tea for Three, the latest album from three of the most experienced jazz musicians: vocalist Brigitte Beraha, saxophonist Alan Barnes, and pianist Barry Green. 
The Action 4s 
The Action 4s
Born from a spark of inspiration and a single phone call, THE ACTION 4s is a creative quartet that blends jazz, rock, funk, fusion, and electronica. Formed in 2023 by harmonica virtuoso Mathias Heise and drummer Anton Eger, and then joined by pianist Rasmus Sørensen and bassist Conor Chaplin, the group quickly hit upon an energetic sound they were eager to explore. Their self-titled debut album is the first step of this exploration, brimming with grooves, improvisation and interplay, charting a new acoustic and electrical sound in contemporary Danish jazz.
Available Formats: MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV
View full details
Listen to samples 
Bees in the Bonnet 
Hedvig Mollestad Trio
The Hedvig Mollestad Trio makes a much-anticipated return, four years after their last release. The guitarist has spent the interim time pursuing other projects, but now returns to the trio that began it all. Drawing on a well of jazz and rock influences that hark back to her youth, such as Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, Mollestad reaffirms her place at the forefront of prog-jazz.
Available Formats: CD, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV
View full details
Listen to samples 
Tea for Three 
Brigitte Beraha, Alan Barnes, Barry Green
Tea For Three captures a compelling live collaboration between vocalist Brigitte Beraha, saxophonist Alan Barnes, and pianist Barry Green—three acclaimed figures on the contemporary jazz scene. Recorded at The Vortex in November 2023, the album blends jazz standards, Brazilian tunes and original compositions, showcasing the trio’s musical connection. From a playful “Tea for Two” to a poignant “I’ll Be Seeing You,” the album utilises the skills of artists who boast seasoned and impressive careers, putting an emphasis on intimacy and emotional depth.
Available Formats: CD, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV
View full details
Listen to samples  

Sophisticated  
Horst Hansen Trio
With their third studio album, the Horst Hansen Trio returns in peak form. Armed with bold creativity, this genre-blending release fuses jazz, rock, hip-hop, and avant-garde into a distinctive sound that finds a unique balance between grungy edginess and sophistication. Pushing the boundaries of genre, the group delivers a sound that's playful, polished and refined. Captured live and in the studio, Sophisticated showcases the ensemble’s focus on grooves and improvisation, inviting both a deep listening experience and spontaneous dancing within their vibrant musical world.
Available Formats: CD, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV
View full details
Listen to samples 
Who We Are Becoming 
Rebecca Vasmant
Rebecca Vasmant returns in her bold and expansive follow-up album, released in collaboration with Women In Jazz, New Soil, and Marathon Music Group. Building on the critical acclaim of her debut, the Glasgow-based DJ-producer leads a 25-piece ensemble through 11 tracks that push the boundaries of contemporary jazz. Exploring themes of identity, femininity, and self-discovery, the album blends colourful scoring with electronic textures and features a strong lineup of female-identifying artists. Making this the first time her own voice appears on record, Vasmant gets up close and personal in Who We Are, Becoming.
Available Formats: Vinyl Record, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV
View full details
Listen to samples
Maddy Allison
from  www.prestomusic.com

Edited by snobb - 10 hours 56 minutes ago at 11:04pm

Author	Message Topic Search Topic Options Post Reply Create New Topic Printable Version Translate Topic
snobb Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Visit Members Homepage Add to Buddy List Forum Admin Group Site Admin Joined: 22 Dec 2010 Location: Vilnius Status: Online Points: 30598	Post Options Post Reply Quote snobb Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: New Release Round-Up - 9th May 2025(presto) Posted: 10 hours 57 minutes ago at 11:03pm
	New Release Round-Up - 9th May 2025 by Maddy Allison If you like your jazz crossing genres, or on the more innovative side, then this week will have plenty of releases for you. Danish group The Action 4s debut their first album of the same name, with Mathias Heise’s harmonica leading the way in this acoustic/electric merge. After nearly a four year break, the Hedvig Mollestad trio channel prog-jazz in Bees in the Bonnet and the Horst Hansen trio inject an edgy sound into their blend of jazz, hip-hop and rock in Sophisticated. DJ and producer Rebecca Vasmant pushes boundaries of contemporary jazz with her ambient sounds in Who We Are, Becoming and those who are craving a slightly more traditional sound should certainly give an ear to Tea for Three, the latest album from three of the most experienced jazz musicians: vocalist Brigitte Beraha, saxophonist Alan Barnes, and pianist Barry Green. The Action 4s The Action 4s Born from a spark of inspiration and a single phone call, THE ACTION 4s is a creative quartet that blends jazz, rock, funk, fusion, and electronica. Formed in 2023 by harmonica virtuoso Mathias Heise and drummer Anton Eger, and then joined by pianist Rasmus Sørensen and bassist Conor Chaplin, the group quickly hit upon an energetic sound they were eager to explore. Their self-titled debut album is the first step of this exploration, brimming with grooves, improvisation and interplay, charting a new acoustic and electrical sound in contemporary Danish jazz. Available Formats: MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV View full details Listen to samples Bees in the Bonnet Hedvig Mollestad Trio The Hedvig Mollestad Trio makes a much-anticipated return, four years after their last release. The guitarist has spent the interim time pursuing other projects, but now returns to the trio that began it all. Drawing on a well of jazz and rock influences that hark back to her youth, such as Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath, Mollestad reaffirms her place at the forefront of prog-jazz. Available Formats: CD, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV View full details Listen to samples Tea for Three Brigitte Beraha, Alan Barnes, Barry Green Tea For Three captures a compelling live collaboration between vocalist Brigitte Beraha, saxophonist Alan Barnes, and pianist Barry Green—three acclaimed figures on the contemporary jazz scene. Recorded at The Vortex in November 2023, the album blends jazz standards, Brazilian tunes and original compositions, showcasing the trio’s musical connection. From a playful “Tea for Two” to a poignant “I’ll Be Seeing You,” the album utilises the skills of artists who boast seasoned and impressive careers, putting an emphasis on intimacy and emotional depth. Available Formats: CD, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV View full details Listen to samples Sophisticated Horst Hansen Trio With their third studio album, the Horst Hansen Trio returns in peak form. Armed with bold creativity, this genre-blending release fuses jazz, rock, hip-hop, and avant-garde into a distinctive sound that finds a unique balance between grungy edginess and sophistication. Pushing the boundaries of genre, the group delivers a sound that's playful, polished and refined. Captured live and in the studio, Sophisticated showcases the ensemble’s focus on grooves and improvisation, inviting both a deep listening experience and spontaneous dancing within their vibrant musical world. Available Formats: CD, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV View full details Listen to samples Who We Are Becoming Rebecca Vasmant Rebecca Vasmant returns in her bold and expansive follow-up album, released in collaboration with Women In Jazz, New Soil, and Marathon Music Group. Building on the critical acclaim of her debut, the Glasgow-based DJ-producer leads a 25-piece ensemble through 11 tracks that push the boundaries of contemporary jazz. Exploring themes of identity, femininity, and self-discovery, the album blends colourful scoring with electronic textures and features a strong lineup of female-identifying artists. Making this the first time her own voice appears on record, Vasmant gets up close and personal in Who We Are, Becoming. Available Formats: Vinyl Record, MP3, FLAC/ALAC/WAV, Hi-Res FLAC/ALAC/WAV View full details Listen to samples Maddy Allison from www.prestomusic.com Edited by snobb - 10 hours 56 minutes ago at 11:04pm