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4 panel Digipack CD release of the Dave Douglas album GIFTS featuring Rafiq Bhatia, Ian Chang & James Brandon Lewis. Beautiful Design and packing courtesy of Lukas Frei.
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Gifts is about the blessings of life and music that we share with each other. It’s about celebrating the gift of the music we love across generations. These gifts stem from our common humanity, so essential to our survival as a species. The musical arts are a gift that is shared between musicians, and also with listeners as part of a perpetual conversation. Cherishing the music of the past blesses us to make the music of the future. And despite the odds, to go on creating pathways for generations to come. Gifts we give and gifts we receive. That’s where this music is coming from. - Dave Douglas
credits
released April 12, 2024
Dave Douglas - Trumpet
Rafiq Bhatia - Guitar
James Brandon Lewis - Saxophone
Ian Chang - Drums
Recorded on December 11 2023 @ The Bunker in Brooklyn NY
Recorded, mixed + mastered by Tyler McDiarmid
Asissted by Nolan Thies
Executive Produced by Dave Douglas
Art + Design by Lukas Frei
Photos by Geoff Countryman
Tracks 1,2,7,8,9,10 - written by Dave Douglas
Dave Douglas Music / BMI
Tracks 3,4,5,6 - written by Billy Strayhorn
Bill Strayhorn Songs Inc.
2024 Greenleaf Music
"Both the chemistry and the imagination of its creators make Gifts yet another standout in Douglas’ catalog.....The blend of two masterful jazz musicians with a pair of post rock heroes plays to the strengths of both” -Michael Toland, The Big Takeover
"Gifts" is consistently great and already a candidate for the album of the year." -Rolf Thomas, Jazz thing
"Renowned trumpeter and composer Dave Douglas has been a stalwart presence in the modern jazz scene for several decades. For this date, comprising new original material and four Billy Strayhorn classics, he’s joined by open-minded associates such as saxophonist James Brandon Lewis (on half the tracks), guitarist Rafiq Bhatia (making his fourth appearance in Douglas’ projects), and drummer Ian Chang. The latter two, members of the experimental/post-rock trio Son Lux, anchor the nimble soloing of the two-horn frontline, showcasing their strong rapport. Together, they create a strangely beautiful symmetry with Gifts, a celebration of the blessings of life and music.” - Filipe Freitas, Jazztrail
“Dave Douglas' GIFTS emerges not merely as a collection of tracks
but as an opulent gala in honor of the eternal essence of music, welcoming audiences across the spectrum of generations to partake in its celebration....serving as a reminder that music is both a cherished inheritance and a precious legacy” -Glen Astarita, All About Jazz
This is a live EP from drummer and composer Mareike Wiening recorded in Switzerland with her great band. Wonderful writing and playing. Look for a new studio album soon! Dave Douglas
Spiky, jagged, rough edged, thrill-packed originals by the brilliant composer and bandleader David Sanford. Features trumpeter Hugh Ragin in a heartfelt tribute to trumpet master Lester Bowie. Dave Douglas
Emi Makabe brings an intensely original mix of elements together into a fresh and personal statement. As a vocalist, shamisen player, and composer, Emi brings us to a new place with this music. Dave Douglas
A back and forth between meaningful narratives and casual conversations. Whatever it is it is expressed by well sounding and souvereign voices. freejazzy
So much fun and joy and swing, and the instrumentation allows for some super-fresh sounds as well as some old-timey goodness. And simply great tunes too! Giles