JazzReviewsAutumn2020

"A poignant soundscape that works equally well as a standalone work and as a movie score."

"The trio swings seriously and authentically, but also gives a taste of the countryside Americana. Sandberg’s clean execution is sophisticated."

"The overall sound is eerie, nocturnal and wintry – yet somehow comforting, as deep forests are for people of the North."

"The collaboration flourishes beautifully, with the two pianos almost becoming one through spectacular voicings."

"Veering from the vast, brooding and sedate [- -] to the petite, playful and sanguine [- -], the group establishes a solid interface of unique inventions."

"In this day and age, there is nothing thrilling or novel in calling someone a trailblazer. However, some of us were mapping new areas long before it became fashionable or something to aspire to. One such singular visionary is composer and improviser Sakari Kukko."

"At times surprisingly groovy, at others surreptitiously enticing, Vodjanoi is free jazz for the future."

"Sid Hille and Abdissa Assefa managed to create and capture some truly momentous and mesmerizing moments. The end result is Here – Beyond the Infinite, a defiant ritual to ward off the wraiths of the pandemic."

"Kari Ikonen alternately figure skates, tap dances and prances across the keys, sounding like a jaunty, syncopated one-man band."