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J.D. AND THE SONS OF RHYTHM - ASTRAL WORLDS
Glimpse
the Astral Worlds of Music
Astral Worlds portrays a variety of sounds, from the breezy funk feel of Rincon
Sunsets to the pressure of High Density Intensity to the multiple
transformations of Reentry. Many aspects of the dream are covered, as you
project through Astral Worlds' portrayals of these realms, and eventually return
refreshed, delighted with the world you're in.
Astral Worlds is double album number eleven from J.D. and the Sons of Rhythm, a
fact which shows the depth and range of creativity from which this collective
improvisation ensemble draws. Although there are similar starting points for
textures and grooves, each of the previous ten albums adds its own unique signature
to the series. Different configurations of players, particularly bass players,
and layered overdubs, create as much contrast as changing a tempo or rhythm
pattern.
All together, this cast of skilled and experienced performers allow themselves
to once again be subjected to the scrutiny of unrehearsed ensemble playing with
a high degree of success. As one of the musicians put it, "We forget how
difficult this is until a new player comes in, and you see that look of vague
panic as we just start recording as soon as J.D. starts playing, without any
discussion about what's coming!" Fortunately, they all seem to adjust pretty
quickly, and put themselves deeply enough into the music to transport you....to
Astral Worlds.
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jdhopkins.com
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Credits:
production.....J.D. Hopkins
cover photo.....Sue Buck
cover design.....Mark Saunders
engineering, mix, mastering.....Randy Hetherington
recorded at
Midtown Recording
CD Duplication by First
Art Records
[CDR Primera Bravo Disc
Publisher]
©2005 J.D. Records
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