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Voom Voom Records and Fred Spider presents, "The Future Is Now", along with The Tune Recreation Committee. Mandla Mlangeni's project, co-produced and including some compositions from the virtuoso Afrika Mkhize, this masterwork transcends boundaries, weaving South African jazz heritage with global influences into a tapestry of sound that feels both timeless and revolutionary.

The formidable core ensemble expands its sonic palette with extraordinary guest collaborators including classical flautist Khanyi Mthethwa and 2020 Standard Bank Young Artist Sisonke Xonti, and Mark Fransman, Reza Khota, Yonela Mnana, Nick Williams, Haile Supreme...The album pays heartfelt tribute to giants who shaped their journey - Bra Hugh Masekela in the stirring “Wena Fela” and trumpet innovator Roy Hargrove in the soulful “RH”- while confidently establishing TRC’s distinctive musical identity.

These ten compositions represent the pinnacle of creative exploration and ensemble interplay. The Tune Recreation Committee continues to push boundaries and reimagine the possibilities of South African jazz with uncompromising vision and breathtaking artistry.

STAFF COMMENTS

Matt says: Voom Voom turn their attention to some new material here, with The Tune Recreation Committee adding to the rich cannon of SA jazz. As per every other release on the label - the quality is high, and every attention given to the pressing and presentation. A real beauty for jazz lovers.

TRACK LISTING

A1.The Future Is Now
A2.RH
A3.Kwaai Pappegai
A4.Kwame's Jive
A5.Interlude

B1.Wana Fela
B2.Didimala
B3.Impimpi
B4.Mothership Interlude