The New Thing 23/07/12 Playlist & Albums
Here’s what albums were featured on The New Thing today and which tracks were played!
Keith Jarrett – Sleeper
The new album from the Jazz pianist legend, Sleeper also features Jan Garbarek on saxophone, Jon Christensen on drums and Palle Danielsson on bass. Recorded at a 1979 concert in Tokyo, the album is a display of free improvisational jazz of the highest quality.
Tracks played on The New Thing:
‘New Dance’
‘Innocence’
A Track From Eastside Radio’s Album Of The Week
‘For Heaven’s Sake’ by Mark Lockett from the album Sneaking Out After Midnight.
Pat Metheny – Unity Band
The new album from possibly jazz’s most famous guitarist, Pat Metheny, also features saxophonist Chris Potter, bassist Ben Williams and drummer Antonio Sanchez. Sensitive jazz music, Unity Band is also the first album to feature a saxophonist in Pat Metheny’s lineup for over 30 years!
Tracks played on The New Thing:
‘Leaving Town’
‘Breakdealer’
‘Then And Now’
Independent Track Of The Week
‘There’s Always Tomorrow’ by Sad Little Souls from their debut EP Hour Of Need.
FLAP! – A Great Day For The Race
The second album from the five piece exuberant Melbourne band FLAP! is vivacious, cheeky and fun. The sound straddles jazz, gypsy, swing and big brass band kicks. A vintage New Orleans feel throughout, and an album that instantly puts a smile on your face!
Tracks played on The New Thing:
‘Rock In Space’
‘Apocalypse’
‘Solitude’
Arnaldo Antunes, Edgard Scandurra & Toumani Diabate – A Curva Da Cintura
A fusion album that dabbles in a wide variety of sounds, Brazilians Arnaldo Antunes (Singer) and Edgard Scandurra (guitar) team up with Malian Kora player Toumani Diabate and play a sound that stretches from Afro, folk, Brazilian rhythms, blues and roots.
Tracks played on The New Thing:
‘Ce Nao Vai Me Acompanhar’
‘Que Me Continua’
‘Kaira’
‘Bamako’s Blues’
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Sammy Al
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