Poems of a Space, is the second album from the guitarist
Jason Ball and bassist Aidan Thorne. All of the compositions
on this album were written, arranged, recorded and mixed
by the duo.
The concept of the album was to invoke nostalgia, rekindle a
memory of a time and/or place. The pieces are engulfed in a
fog of guitar ambience and measured 6 string bass
textures.
As with their previous release, Archwilio’r Traddodiad |
Exploring the Tradition, there is an emphasis on experiences
within the Welsh landscape. The song Banc Y Celyn, refers to
the hill overlooking Aidans home in Powys. And the track
Clouds, was written after a hike up the Sugar Loaf near
Abergavenny.
Deeply rooted in jazz, the style carefully glides between
written and improvised elements. Some of the compositions
were realised and refined from recordings of loose jam
sessions. One may hear nods to influences from 70’s ECM
records such as Terje Rypdall or Bill Frisell.
“……. A fantastic deep dive into lesser-
known Welsh folk tunes”
Archwilio’r Traddodiad | Exploring the
Tradition
Jude Rodgers, The Guardian
“An unforgettable musical experience”
**** Ian Mann, Jazzmann Blog
“……… a beguiling instrumental set that
transmogrifies folk songs into delicate,
exploratory improvisations. Throughout,
combining a resonating bowed bass with
guitar work redolent of John McLaughlin on
Miles Davis’ In a Silent Way. Praise,
indeed!”
Tim Cumming, Songlines
