Name: Freedom - Celebrating the Music of Pharoah Sanders
Brand: Mark De Clive-Lowe and Friends

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Bonus disc: No

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SBM5LP

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Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-07-01

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Standard:20

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4062548038156

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2 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Mark De Clive-Lowe and Friends

Genre GB

Jazz

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Soul Bank Music

Mark De Clive-Lowe and Friends is a renowned artist collective that pushes the boundaries of music. Led by the talented Mark De Clive-Lowe, this group brings together a diverse range of musicians to create unique and captivating sounds. With their innovative approach to blending genres such as jazz, electronic, and soul, they have gained a loyal following worldwide. Their live performances are known for their high energy and improvisation, creating an unforgettable experience for audiences. Whether you're a fan of electronic beats or soulful melodies, Mark De Clive-Lowe and Friends will undoubtedly leave you wanting more.

Mark De Clive-Lowe himself is a highly accomplished musician who has made significant contributions to the music industry. Born in New Zealand and now based in Los Angeles, he has collaborated with numerous artists across different genres throughout his career. His versatility as a producer, composer, pianist, and DJ sets him apart from others in the industry.

With his deep understanding of various musical styles and cultures, Mark De Clive-Lowe continues to push boundaries through his innovative productions. His ability to seamlessly blend traditional instruments with modern technology creates a truly unique sonic experience that captivates listeners around the world.

Soul Bank Music is an authoritative music label that is dedicated to jazz, soul, disco, funk, African and Latin music. Run by the talented musician, record producer, DJ and broadcaster Greg Boraman, this !K7 Music label brings together a diverse range of genres and artists.

With a passion for showcasing the best in soulful and rhythmic sounds, Soul Bank Music has become a go-to destination for music lovers seeking authentic and captivating tunes. From smooth jazz melodies to infectious disco beats, this label offers a rich collection of tracks that are sure to satisfy any musical palate.

Whether you're looking to explore the depths of African rhythms or immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Latin music, Soul Bank Music has got you covered. With its carefully curated selection of artists and performers from around the globe, this label guarantees an unparalleled listening experience that will transport you to new musical horizons.

Electronic jazz pioneer, pianist, producer, re-mixer Mark de Clive-Lowe has an envious reputation as a cross genre creative artist who blends acoustic, electronic and world music exploring themes of belonging and identity. Equal parts jazz, house, hip hop and broken beat artist, Jazziz summed him up perfectly - "way before jazz hybridity became a worldwide phenomenon, de Clive-Lowe was busy designing its blueprint.” 

Freedom is a live concert recording made at the Blue Whale, Los Angeles - where Mark put together a Los Angeles based collective made up by very accomplished and suitably talented Teodross Avery – saxophone, Corbin Jones - bass, souzaphone drummer Tommaso Cappellato Carlos Nino – percussion and the highly renowned spiritual jazz vocalist Dwight Trible. 

Reinterpreting a set of Pharoah Sanders highly respected music is not for the creatively timid, and Mark himself sets out the approach and philosophy this collective took when approaching this project: “This album is a celebration of the music, joy and spirit that the great master-teacher Pharoah Sanders brings to the world through his lifelong creative journey. We gathered at Los Angeles’ Blue Whale jazz club to perform some of our favorite Pharoah compositions from a place of love, respect and gratitude for all the inspiration he’s brought to each of us. No one can play this music how Pharoah plays it - his expression is unique and imprinted on every one of his compositions in the deepest of ways. We can’t possibly improve on his mastery and share this music simply as a heartfelt thank you to Pharoah - we celebrate you, and are so grateful for all the timeless - and timely - music you have gifted to the world”. 

Across this 12 track album the unique approach of improvised jazz is embellished with MDCL’s tasteful and subtle touches of electronica played &amp; triggered – from behind his array of equipment he reinvigorates and energises the music with a deft and tasteful approach and the interplay between the musicians including vocalist Dwight Trible is flawless and more akin to a extensively rehearsed studio recording than a live concert, such are the skills of all the players. 

The highlights are many and varied, from the delicate, sensitive Mansions World and Astral Travelling to the intense and rhythmically driven tracks OreSe-Rere and Teodross Avery’s spine tingling saxophone clarion call that opens the ever green ‘You’ve Got To Have Freedom’ is a beautiful tribute from one generation of master musicians to Pharoah – one of the greatest ever.