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EMPoWered documents an improvisational live performance from British musicians John Edwards (Double Bass), N.O. Moore (Guitar), and Eddie Prévost (Drums). The three musicians have comprised a longstanding trio, known for their vigorous riffs and unconventional introspection. But in this performance, their group expanded to include saxophonist Alan Wilkinson, adding a deeply resonant, full-bellied sound to their otherwise discrete and dynamic in-the-moment compositions. Their pace is constantly shifting, reflecting both an instant rapport between the players, and a tight command of their styles. This performance, in particular, calls to Sonny Sharrock’s Ask the Ages recording, and Elvin Jones’s percussive legacy. Moore’s longstanding affinity for electronic manipulation can also be heard in his use of the guitar’s self-oscillating echos, as well as filters and distortion throughout the performance. This is Moore & Prévost’s second release on 577 Records after The Secret Handshake with Danger, Vol. 1 (Olie Brice, Binker Golding, Henry Kaiser, N. O. Moore, Eddie Prévost).This marks John Edwards & Alan Wilkinson’s debut on 577 Records. EMPoWered will be available in CD and digital editions on November 19, 2021.
credits
released November 19, 2021
Alan Wilkinson - Saxes
N.O. Moore - Electric guitar
John Edwards - Double bass
Eddie Prévost - Drums
Recorded January 9, 2019 by Giovanni La Rovere at Iklectik, London, UK
Mixed by Rupert Clervaux
Mastered by Jeremy Loucas, Sear Sound, New York City
Illustration by Robert Mirolo
Graphic design by Mark Smith
Music by Edwards (PRS), Prévost (PRS), Wilkinson (PRS), Moore (Five Seven Seven Records Music, ASCAP)
577 Records is an independent record label
based in Brooklyn, New York
operating since 2001
577 Records is proud to be celebrating its 22 year anniversary. The label has been producing music since 2001 and has
released albums featuring the work of artists from New York and around the world.
The name comes from the address of the house where these concerts first took place (577 Fifth Avenue, Brooklyn, New York).
100% of profit from the sale of most of these albums goes to the musicians....more
An intruiguing mix of Jazz and Ambiant, of organic instruments and electronic sounds. It wanders a little, let's itself be influenced. It's not an easy listen, but it is very interesting. Thibaut Devigne
This album is absolutely on the mark! The best of what modular synth is capable of, plus a true spiritual feeling of the "griot" heritage, without aping anything. I'm more than impressed. So beautiful. wilsonnovitzki