LINE UP ESTIVAL JAZZ 13.07
20:45 Hiromi's Sonicwonder
22:45 Gary Clark Jr.
00:30 Cory Henry
Hiromi's musical journey has continuously evolved since her debut album "Another Mind" in 2003, blurring the boundaries between jazz and classical, composition and improvisation. Her latest venture, "Sonicwonderland," marks a bold detour into heavier, funkier territories. Bringing together a new quartet with bassist Hadrien Feraud, drummer Gene Coye and trumpeter Adam O'Ferrill, Hiromi embarked on a sonic adventure inspired by her vivid imagination.
The genesis of "Sonicwonderland" began with a desire to write music tailored to Feraud's bass playing, leading to the formation of this dynamic ensemble. Seeking warmth and humor in the drums, Hiromi recruited Coye, whose relationship with Feraud added depth to their collaboration. Completing the lineup with O'Ferrill's distinctive trumpet sound, Hiromi found her imagined band members come to life.
The album's opening track, "Wanted," reflects the order in which Hiromi discovered her bandmates, setting the stage for the eclectic journey that follows. Embracing electronic timbres with keyboards, Hiromi's "Sonicwonderland" ventures into new sonic territories, expanding on ideas explored during the pandemic through her "One Minute Portrait" series on Instagram.
Presenting collaborations with longtime friends such as singer Oli Rockberger, the album captures the energy of live performances, recorded in just three and a half days at the Skywalker Sound Stage. Featuring illustrations by renowned illustrator Lou Beach, "Sonicwonderland" offers a visual representation of her vibrant sound.
As Hiromi continues to push musical boundaries, she invites both longtime fans and newcomers to join her on this exciting musical journey. A native of Hamamatsu, Japan, Hiromi's prolific career has garnered her worldwide acclaim, from jazz festivals to the opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympics.
In summary, "Sonicwonderland" reflects Hiromi's relentless exploration of sound, rooted in her passion for creativity and relationship with listeners.
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