The three renowned Danish jazz artists, bassist Lennart Ginman, drummer Thomas Blachman and pianist Carsten Dahl, collectively known under the moniker GinmanBlachmanDahl, are set to release their new album on Storyville Records. Bearing the title, What’s to Come!, this record is a testament to the power of spontaneity, unpredictability, and collaboration in the realm of jazz.
The combination of these three masterful musicians has resulted in yet another album that simply oozes swing, timing, dexterity, and imagination. They are simply put – some of the most visionary and innovative Danish jazz musicians and composers, and their music reflects their never-ending quest to push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Unlike a conventional studio recording, this album was born out of raw spontaneity and creative synergy within the trio – every note, every chord, every rhythm was created in the spur of the moment. The result is a sonic journey into the heart and essence of improvisation.
What’s to Come! invites listeners into the intimate dialogue between three masterful musicians. With a nod to the luminaries who have shaped the genre—Thelonious Monk, Miles Davis, Bill Evans—the trio infuses their compositions with a sense of homage and reverence, yet never shy away from boldly charting their own course. From the introspective melodies that stir the soul to the explosive bursts of energy that ignite the senses, this recording captures the full spectrum of human experience in all its complexity and nuance.
As the final notes fade into the ether, one cannot help but feel the palpable sense of anticipation lingering in the air—a promise of What’s to Come!, and an invitation to join them on their ongoing odyssey of sound and expression.
Lennart Ginman – double bass
Thomas Blachman – drums
Carsten Dahl – piano
1. The Art of Finding Without Seeking
2. Scandinavian Woods
3. A Children’s Walk
4. Improvised Composition As a Goal for Human Behaviour
5. The Spirit of Youth and Nowness
6. A Troubleless Everyday
7. The Rock and Roll Swing Experience
8. Avantgarde Muzak in the Lush Palm Garden
9. Autumn Rhythm
10. Beneath the Moonlit Sky of Copenhagen
11. Waiting Room Anxiety Blues
12. Socialism Works in Groups of 3
13. The Bliss of Sonic Swing
14. Up North Seasonal Affective Disorder
15. See You Again at the Carnegie Hall
“Her er swing, skarphed, tvivl, beslutsomhed, eksplosioner og stor stor musikalitet. De kan fornemme og skabe en melodi sammen. Det lyder ret vildt – og det er det også.” – Overgaard, JazzNyt
“…the Danes celebrate their sonically magical trio playing on “What’s To Come”, paying homage to their jazz heroes, but always making music with a personal touch. Sometimes introverted and minimalist, sometimes joyfully swinging.” – Giese, NRW Jazz
“”What´s To Come!” kan gjerne oversettes med det som skjer og her skjer det mye og flott fra start til mål. GinmanBlachmanDahl er en trio som hører hjemme helt der oppe der det skjer.” – ***** – Hammerø, Nettavisen
“Certainly an enjoyable romp of modal ruminations – factoring in a Danish lilt now and then hints at an insider local angle – and semantic swishing around.” – **** – Marlbank
“Den legende tilgang uden nedskreven eller på forhånd indøvet struktur er projektets store styrke (…) Netop denne trio får uomtvisteligt stor kunst ud af det…” – **** – Meyer, All That
“Udført med et drømmende swing, hvor det indforståede samspil mellem de tre kun kan beskrives som symbiotisk. Paradoksalt nok er det denne indgroede melodifornemmelse, der får albummets improvisationer til at lyde som et decideret langtidsholdbart album.” – ***** – Skotte, Politiken
“GinmanBlachmanDahl’s nye, improviserede triojazz er moderne og markant. Den swinger. Er lyrisk. Dramatisk. Krævende og gribende. Teknisk ekvilibristisk. Kunstnerisk helt uden for kategori. Himmelsk, simpelthen.” – ****** – Rod, GAFFA
“Og hele veien er det Carsten Dahls utmerkede pianospill som ligger fremt i lydbildet. Han er og blir en av de beste jazzpianistene på kloden akkurat nå…” – Granlie, *Salt Peanuts
“The team of Lennart Ginman, Thomas Blachman and Carsten Dahl put together an album of modern originals.” – Harris, Jazz Weekly
“Music of no small, often mellow beauty and organic consequence, rich in melody, diverse dynamics and tasty rhythm… (…) …please, take a chance on this refreshingly unforced and superbly rendered music!” – Tucker, JazzJournal
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