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Widely recognized as one of London’s most sought-after pianists and composers, and best known for his diverse approach to harmony and compositions, Marco Tranchina formed Smät Five with the aim to present his original compositions that could blend a unique melange of his eclectic approach to the modern jazz idiom, along with the warm sounds and sensibilities of his Mediterranean musical heritage.
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English saxophonist Alex Western-King has toured extensively as a sideman, including with folks like Julian Siegel, Justin Stanton of Snarky Puppy, and Alex Garnett, as well as being a regular at Ronnie Scott’s in London. Though not a new name on the scene per se, it wasn’t until this year that he released his debut studio album, SideSlip, on 25th June with Ubuntu Music. Marrying his love of bebop and free jazz through a selection of original compositions, SideSlip is a confident first statement for the saxophonist.
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Matt Groom writes, “The sense that this album has been a labour of love for its creators is everywhere apparent.”
