Hi-Fi News & Record Review Magazine selects release as Album Choice in August Issue.
Miguel Gorodi's 'Apophenia' in BBC Music Magazine
“His (Gorodi’s) conviction is clear enough and the band tackles the material with what can only be described as judicious gusto.”
REVIEW: Miguel Gorodi Nonet / 'Apophenia'
“Trumpeter Miguel Gorodi has put together a biggish band of some of the most interesting musicians on the London jazz scene for this record of his own compositions.”
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Miguel Gorodi's 'Apophenia' Smashes It!
All About Jazz’s Roger Farbey writes, “Apophenia represents a highly significant milestone in what promises to be a stellar career for this talented trumpeter and composer.”
Ubuntu Music Signs Trumpet Ace Miguel Gorodi
Miguel Gorodi / Apophenia
UBU0021 / CD & Digital Formats
Release Date: 24th May 2019
Miguel Gorodi
Ubuntu Music is pleased to announce the signing of the exceptional young trumpet player, Miguel Gorodi.
Born in Spain in 1990, Miguel also grew up in Saudi Arabia and Thailand before moving to England in 2006 upon receiving a music scholarship from Wells Cathedral School in Somerset. Miguel moved to London in 2008 to study Jazz Trumpet at The Guildhall School of Music & Drama and has been playing across a broad spectrum of jazz and improvised music ever since.
Miguel’s music balances texture, colour, form and interweaving rhythmic structures to create evocative sound worlds for improvisers to explore within. The music is influenced by jazz musicians such as Steve Coleman, Steve Lehman, Tyshawn Sorey, Thelonious Monk and Wayne Shorter, as well as classical composers such as Louis Andriessen, Gérard Grisey, Per Nørgård and Stravinsky. Miguel uses these musical influences to communicate existential themes of meaning-making, the absurd, angst and free-will. The group recorded in April 2018 and will be releasing their debut album, Apophenia, on 24th May, on the Ubuntu Music record label.
‘Apophenia’ is scheduled for worldwide release on 24th May 2019, on Ubuntu Music.
The Nonet line-up features the cream of London’s thriving jazz community, including Gareth Lockrane (flutes), Michael Chillingworth (saxes/clarinets), George Crowley (sax/clarinet), Miguel Gorodi (trumpet/flugelhorn), Kieran McLeod (trombone), Ray Hearne (tuba), Ralph Wyld (vibraphone), Conor Chaplin (double bass) and Dave Hamblett (drums).
Left to Right: Conor Chaplin, Gareth Lockrane, George Crowley, Dave Hamblett, Miguel Gorodi, Ray Hearne, Ralph Wyld, Kieran McLeod, Mike Chillingworth.
“I'm really excited to be releasing my debut album on Ubuntu Music”, said Gorodi. “They have been signing an eclectic array of hugely talented jazz musicians over the last few years. The Label offers a wealth of industry experience and expertise on top of a passion for music which is reflected in the enthusiasm with which they support their artists.”
“We’re delighted that Miguel has joined the Ubuntu Music family”, said Martin Hummel, Director of Ubuntu Music. “Wonderful things lie ahead for Miguel and his seriously talented Nonet.”
Flying Machines are Flying High!
Jazz Journal writes, “Even though this is only their second album, Flying Machines have generated a serious name for themselves on the London jazz scene. “
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A Rave Review for Flying Machines Live!
Ian Mann enjoys the final day of the Festival and performances by Flying Machines, the Monty Alexander Trio and Bill Laurance and the WDR Big Band conducted by Bob Mintzer.
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The BBC Loves Flying Machines!
The Music Magazine praises Munk’s masterpiece!
Jazz Views Digs Flying Machines!
“Alex Munk and co are off on their own journey - let’s hope that they persuade plenty of others to join the ride.”
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Prog Magazine Rocks for Flying Machines' 'New Life'!
“Inspired Improvisation”
