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Thymeshift – ”Layers of in Between”. New record out 6 September 2024.

THYMESHIFT – LAYERS OF IN BETWEEEN
Red Round Records – Release date 6 September 2024

Since the start in 2010, Swedish musicians Johan Björklund (drums), Thomas Gunillasson (guitar) and Thomas Backman (saxophone) have been forming an expression of their own. As a trio, but also together with Icelandic guitarist Hilmar Jensson och Danish sound artist Katrine Amsler the group has created some powerful, responsive music, always with an adventurous feel. With Jensson, the group released “Beyond Horizons” in 2015 and in 2021 “Dark Lights” was released with Amsler in the band.

Now, with keyboardist John Lönnmyr, the group steps into an electro-analog, beat based future with reminiscences of the past. ”Layers of in Between” features fourteen tracks with strong ties to heavy, riff-based rock, drawing inspiration from early 70’s bands like Deep Purple and Black Sabbath. This raw style creates elaborate contrasts when combined with the band’s more melodic, lyrical, and electronically tinged material. Thymeshift leaves a mark with their massive heaviness, often intense and sometimes stripped-down improvisations, as well as intricate soundscapes. ”Layers of in Between” is a modern, powerful production with clear historical retrospectives.

Thymeshift ©Kristin Lidell

Johan Björklund – drums, percussion, additional keyboards
John Lönnmyr – keyboards
Thomas Gunillasson – guitars
Thomas Backman – saxophone, clarinet

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Armand van Wijck – ”Nothing to Declare” New record out April 5 2024

Born into the rich tapestry of an Indo-Dutch-Creole heritage, Armand van Wijck is a globally inspired musician who weaves his multicultural experiences into captivating melodies. His music embraces a harmonious blend of modern jazz, impressionism and various folk influences, furthermore inspired by Nordic jazz icons. Armand’s work embodies unity through shared experiences, inspiring harmony amidst diversity.

Originally from the Netherlands, Armand has made a mark with his chromatic harmonica performances in his home country. When he moved to Sweden his modern jazz project evolved to what it is today. He got influenced by the genuine playing and Nordic sound of the Swedish musicians of his quartet, as well as by his partner, Riksspelman and violinist Magdalena Eriksson. Trying to reconnect with his roots while away from his home culture, he also picked up the suling, a traditional Indonesian bamboo flute.

MUSICIANS

Armand van Wijck – harmonica, suling
Björn Peterson – double bass
Axel Liljedahl Nordström – piano
Johan Björklund – drums
Magdalena Eriksson – violin, vocals

LINKS

Howling Jazz!!! – Record Label
Armand van Wijck – Musikcentrum Öst