Mahakala Music
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avant-garde · free improvisation · free jazz · improvised music · jazz · Hot Springs

Phosphene

Gates · Hirsh · Carter

Released 2024-09-20

Tracks

  1. Tendrils 10:35
  2. Orange Squares 13:32
  3. Vague Geometry 13:37
  4. Dependence On ESP 8:50
  5. Afternoon Spiders 10:48

About

The improvised music group featuring Daniel Carter, Sally Gates, and Steve Hirsh brings together a dynamic fusion of styles and expertise. Daniel Carter, a multi-instrumentalist renowned for his contributions to the free jazz scene, plays saxophones, trumpet, and flute, offering a broad palette of sounds and textures. Sally Gates, a guitarist with a background in progressive and experimental rock, introduces complex, layered guitar work that adds a distinctive edge to the ensemble. Steve Hirsh, known for his versatility in jazz and improvisational music, provides a rhythmic foundation that is both intricate and responsive.

Together, they create an innovative soundscape that defies traditional genre boundaries. Their performances are characterized by spontaneous composition, where each member's unique style and expertise blend seamlessly to craft a cohesive and ever-evolving musical narrative. The trio's chemistry and ability to interact musically in real-time invite audiences into a shared experience of creation and discovery, making each performance a unique event.

Credits

Sally Gates - guitar
Steve Hirsh - drumset
Daniel Carter - saxophones, flute, trumpet

Recorded, mixed and mastered by Jim Clouse, park West Studios, Brooklyn, NY. March 14, 2024

Art - Sally Gates
Cover Design - Chad Anderson