Label: Challenge Records
Format: CD
Barcode: 0608917359626
Catalog number: CR 73596
Releasedate: 18-04-25
Format: CD
Barcode: 0608917359626
Releasedate: 18-04-25
- Features a world-class ensemble with Markus Burger on piano, Peter Erskine on drums, Bob Magnusson on bass, and Jan von Klewitz on saxophone—each a master of their craft.
- Every composition narrates a unique story, from "Sleeplessness," a serene ballad, to "Ocean," a vibrant journey across endless waters, evoking emotions that resonate universally.
- Recorded, mixed, and mastered by James Linahon, ensuring exceptional sound clarity and warmth that bring the ensemble's chemistry to life.
- Every composition narrates a unique story, from "Sleeplessness," a serene ballad, to "Ocean," a vibrant journey across endless waters, evoking emotions that resonate universally.
- Recorded, mixed, and mastered by James Linahon, ensuring exceptional sound clarity and warmth that bring the ensemble's chemistry to life.
Songs Inspired by People and Places is a project born from some of the most inspiring experiences of my life. It has been a joy to work with such an extraordinary ensemble—my long-time duo partner, Jan von Klewitz, and the legendary rhythm section of Peter Erskine and Bob Magnusson. Together, we’ve created music that reflects the landscapes, people, and moments that have shaped me.
This album was recorded after a memorable tour through Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, and those breathtaking regions undoubtedly influenced the music. One particularly transformative moment was our recital at Hallgrímskirkja in Reykjavík, Iceland, where we performed “The Icelander” as an encore. The energy of that place and its connection to the music left a lasting impression that resonates throughout the album.
Each piece tells a story—a memory of a place, a person, or a feeling. Whether it’s the tranquility of a moonlit night, the exhilarating rhythm of ocean waves, or the stillness of Iceland before Christmas, these songs offer glimpses into the moments that inspire me.
I am deeply grateful to James Linahon, whose technical expertise and friendship over the years have brought this music to life with exceptional clarity and warmth. Thank you for listening, and I hope these pieces transport you to the people and places that inspired them—or to somewhere meaningful in your own life.
This album was recorded after a memorable tour through Alaska and the Pacific Northwest, and those breathtaking regions undoubtedly influenced the music. One particularly transformative moment was our recital at Hallgrímskirkja in Reykjavík, Iceland, where we performed “The Icelander” as an encore. The energy of that place and its connection to the music left a lasting impression that resonates throughout the album.
Each piece tells a story—a memory of a place, a person, or a feeling. Whether it’s the tranquility of a moonlit night, the exhilarating rhythm of ocean waves, or the stillness of Iceland before Christmas, these songs offer glimpses into the moments that inspire me.
I am deeply grateful to James Linahon, whose technical expertise and friendship over the years have brought this music to life with exceptional clarity and warmth. Thank you for listening, and I hope these pieces transport you to the people and places that inspired them—or to somewhere meaningful in your own life.