IG Culture returns as Likwid Continual Space Motion with four fresh tracks for intergalactic space jazz battles. "The Remedy" opens proceedings with urgent horns and perfectly balanced moments of tension and release - the saxophone lines breaking through the taut strings beautifully. High tech jazz of the highest order.
"Vanguard", featuring Tyrone Stuart sounds like Ras G meets the current London underground - think Ezra Collective, Yussef Kamaal etc; with that poignant hip-hop edge. "The Score" is a highly frenetic, free piece of modern bop with rich double bass and occasional scats for added authenticity. Finally "Givin' Up" concludes with a definite lean towards UKG and broken beat styles, taking us full circle back to the right now. An impeccably well executed EP that shows that UK jazz is in as healthy and inventive state as ever. Recommended.
"Vanguard", featuring Tyrone Stuart sounds like Ras G meets the current London underground - think Ezra Collective, Yussef Kamaal etc; with that poignant hip-hop edge. "The Score" is a highly frenetic, free piece of modern bop with rich double bass and occasional scats for added authenticity. Finally "Givin' Up" concludes with a definite lean towards UKG and broken beat styles, taking us full circle back to the right now. An impeccably well executed EP that shows that UK jazz is in as healthy and inventive state as ever. Recommended.
STAFF COMMENTS
Matt says: Specialist tackle from IG Culture with a great take on modern jazz mixed with broken beats and with a real London flavour throughout. Giles Peterson gotta be all over this?!TRACK LISTING
The Remedy
Vanguard Ft. Tyrone Isaac Stuart
The Score
Givin Up Ft. Allysha Joy