Release Date: 05 April 2024
Label: Icons Creating Evil Art
Packaging Type: Digipak
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 7350049519630
Genres: Jazz  
Release Date: 05 April 2024
Label: Icons Creating Evil Art
Packaging Type: Digipak
No of Units: 1
Barcode: 7350049519630
Genres: Jazz  
Description
Born into the rich tapestry of an Indo-Dutch-Creole heritage, Armand van Wijck is a globally inspired musician who weaves his multicultural experiences into captivating melodies. His music embraces a harmonious blend of modern jazz, impressionism and various folk influences, furthermore inspired by Nordic jazz icons. Armand's work embodies unity through shared experiences, inspiring harmony amidst diversity.
Originally from the Netherlands, Armand has made a mark with his chromatic harmonica performances in his home country. When he moved to Sweden his modern jazz project evolved to what it is today. He got influenced by the genuine playing and Nordic sound of the Swedish musicians of his quartet, as well as by his partner, Riksspelman and violinist Magdalena Eriksson. Trying to reconnect with his roots while away from his home culture, he also picked up the suling, a traditional Indonesian bamboo flute.
Nothing to Declare'A light-hearted dive into the complex emotions of migration, taken from my experiences in Sweden. Here I feel happy, stressed, accepted and excluded, all at the same time. The piece also carries a poignant undertone, stemming from personal encounters with racial profiling, a challenge faced by many migrants worldwide. I tried to creatively rebalance the power dynamic by infusing a renowned Swedish song with a distinct twist, reflecting the journey of being a migrant caught in the crossroads of two worlds.'
Tracklisting
Hannah Aldridge
Hannah Aldridge
Hannah Aldridge
Lera Lynn
Flora Cash
Lera Lynn
Sister
REACH
Russ Lossing
Christian Dillingham
Bill Evans
Alexi Tuomarila
Various Artists
Nat King Cole
Mahalia Jackson
David Janeway