THIS IS WATER by BEN VAN GELDER & REINIER BAAS
| SKU | 135314 |
| Artist | BEN VAN GELDER & REINIER BAAS |
| Title | THIS IS WATER |
| Label | DOYOUMIND? RECORDS |
| Catalog # | DYM?R003v |
| Tag | |
| Release | W 41 - 2024 |
| Format | Vinyl - EULP |
| Import | |
| € 27,99 | incl. VAT, excl. shipping |
Tracks
- this is water
- skull-sized kingdoms
- freeze (ft. jeff ballard)
- brother's keeper (for gideon)
- miniatures (ft. cory smythe)
- fan fiction (ft. jeff ballard)
- skull-sized kingdoms ii
- love strife (ft. han bennink & marta warelis)
- harmonious
Description
Saxophonist Ben van Gelder and guitarist Reinier Baas proudly announce the release of their third collaborative release, "This Is Water." This album is a testament to their unique artistic synergy, rooted in the American jazz tradition, but with unmistakably European flair. Drawing from a shared musical vocabulary developed during their 15-year collaboration, Baas and van Gelder effortlessly navigate a diverse range of moods and atmospheres, inviting listeners to explore new sonic horizons. From tranquil meditations to virtuosic crescendos, each track unveils a multi-layered tale.
For this record, Baas and Van Gelder have extended an invitation to four deeply authentic musicians. They composed for them specifically. These tailor-made songs are intended as vehicles for expression that cater to the strengths of each guest, with a focus on improvisation. Pianist Cory Smythe adds singular, ethereal textures, challenging the duo to venture into unknown, microtonal territory. Drummer Jeff Ballard - a childhood hero to the duo - radiates a deep understanding of music, and its power to connect and communicate selflessly. Lastly, ‘This Is Water’ features drummer Han Bennink and pianist Marta Warelis, both uncompromising and willing to sacrifice perfection for the sake of emotional resonance.
