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Enemy - Fiend [CD]

Enemy - Fiend [CD]

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The new live album from Enemy, marking their fourth release, captures a decade of fearless exploration and deep musical connection between pianist Kit Downes, bassist Petter Eldh, and drummer James Maddren. Reuniting with Edition Records after three albums that spanned Edition, ECM, and We Jazz, this album was recorded over a two-day residency at Bird's Eye in Basel. It's an ambitious retrospective and forward-looking statement, covering pieces from each record while presenting new material that reflects how Enemy's sound has evolved-balancing intensity with a striking, refined subtlety.

Known for their masterful use of polyrhythms, Enemy's live performance pushes their collective improvisation to new heights, with the trio freely transitioning between themes and compositions without a set list. Signature tracks like "Faster than Light" showcase an evolving interplay, where intensity meets lightness and bursts of colour emerge from unexpected places. This album also nods to the spirit of 90s studio jazz, with layered tunes and a playful yet sophisticated approach that challenges the boundaries of the piano trio.

Kit Downes' remarkable profile growth has only enriched the trio's dynamic, bringing an ever-expanding lyricism to Enemy's sound. Petter Eldh and James Maddren, both with deep ties to Edition through Eldh's Project Drums and Maddren's many Edition collaborations, add their own layers of innovation and depth to this release. Together, they create an electrifying conversation that is both intricate and instinctive-this is Enemy at their most potent, capturing a decade of artistic synergy and setting the stage for the next chapter.

Kit Downes: piano
Petter Eldh: double bass
James Maddren: drums

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The new live album from Enemy, marking their fourth release, captures a decade of fearless exploration and deep musical connection between pianist Kit Downes, bassist Petter Eldh, and drummer James Maddren. Reuniting with Edition Records after three albums that spanned Edition, ECM, and We Jazz, this album was recorded over a two-day residency at Bird's Eye in Basel. It's an ambitious retrospective and forward-looking statement, covering pieces from each record while presenting new material that reflects how Enemy's sound has evolved-balancing intensity with a striking, refined subtlety.

Known for their masterful use of polyrhythms, Enemy's live performance pushes their collective improvisation to new heights, with the trio freely transitioning between themes and compositions without a set list. Signature tracks like "Faster than Light" showcase an evolving interplay, where intensity meets lightness and bursts of colour emerge from unexpected places. This album also nods to the spirit of 90s studio jazz, with layered tunes and a playful yet sophisticated approach that challenges the boundaries of the piano trio.

Kit Downes' remarkable profile growth has only enriched the trio's dynamic, bringing an ever-expanding lyricism to Enemy's sound. Petter Eldh and James Maddren, both with deep ties to Edition through Eldh's Project Drums and Maddren's many Edition collaborations, add their own layers of innovation and depth to this release. Together, they create an electrifying conversation that is both intricate and instinctive-this is Enemy at their most potent, capturing a decade of artistic synergy and setting the stage for the next chapter.

Kit Downes: piano Petter Eldh: double bass James Maddren: drums

Track Listing

Monks

Fiend Bypass

Faster than Light

Countdown

Liability

Sun flex

Neglecting Number One

Details
  • Genre: Jazz
  • Product Type: AUDIO CD
  • Barcode: 5060509792863
  • Release Date: April 11, 2025
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