1.8 Bremain Suite (Under Pressure/Glory Box/I Want You)
1.9 Phantom Resonanz
Description:
"Living Being IV - Time Reflections" is a vinyl LP by French accordionist and composer Vincent Peirani, released on the renowned jazz label ACT. With this project, Peirani continues his acclaimed "Living Being" series, using the accordion as a modern, expressive sound machine that moves far beyond traditional genres. On "Time Reflections" he and his ensemble explore the idea of time as something elastic: themes appear, dissolve, re-emerge in new colors, and are layered in ways that feel both cinematic and intimate. Listeners can expect a refined blend of contemporary jazz, chamber-music nuances and subtle rock and folk influences, shaped by intricate arrangements, dynamic contrasts and a strong melodic sensibility. The LP format underlines the album's narrative character - each side feels like a self-contained journey through changing moods, from meditative, almost weightless passages to rhythmically driven, powerful sections. Thanks to its rich sound design and detailed production, "Living Being IV - Time Reflections" rewards repeated listening and invites you to sink deeply into its musical world.
Vincent Peirani has established himself as one of Europe's most distinctive jazz voices on the accordion, known for his technical mastery, sonic curiosity and openness to musical crossovers. Over the years he has built an impressive reputation through collaborations with leading European jazz musicians and through his own projects, especially the "Living Being" series, which has made him a key figure of contemporary jazz accordion. His work is regularly praised by the international jazz press for its originality and emotional depth, and he is a frequent guest on major festival stages. On this LP, Peirani once again demonstrates how broadly and imaginatively the accordion can be used - as a lyrical lead voice, a rhythmic engine, and a creator of atmospheric textures.
The album appears on ACT, one of Europe's leading independent jazz labels. Founded in Germany, ACT has become synonymous with high-quality, stylistically open jazz and contemporary improvised music. The label is known for discovering and nurturing major European jazz talents and for producing albums that stand out through audiophile sound, carefully designed packaging and a clear artistic vision. Many ACT releases have received international awards and set benchmarks for modern jazz production. With "Living Being IV - Time Reflections", ACT continues its tradition of presenting innovative, artistically ambitious projects that appeal both to discerning jazz fans and to curious newcomers.
"Living Being IV - Time Reflections" on LP is therefore an ideal choice for listeners who appreciate detailed, narrative jazz albums and value the tactile and acoustic advantages of vinyl. The record brings together artistic maturity, strong ensemble playing and the production expertise of ACT into a coherent whole that fits seamlessly into an ambitious home collection and at the same time opens a door into Vincent Peirani's distinctive musical universe.
Modern
32.382
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