Various Artists

Modern sounds for the 21st century featuring modal, progressive and esoteric contemporary jazz from the UK, Spain, Netherlands, Finland, USA, Belgium, Canada, South Africa, Sweden, Germany, and Italy. The first 12 volumes of Jazzman Records' hugely popular Spiritual Jazz series have unearthed a wealth of historic recordings in the genre, collating a variety of works from the '50s to the '80s by artists from all around the world. And so, with Volume 13, the label turn their attention to what's happening NOW. Over the course of 24 tracks and spanning two sets, Jazzman Records present an overview of the contemporary exponents of spiritual jazz; musicians who are intent on bringing something personal to the table, as much as they recognize the importance of those who have paved the way for them. We feature music recorded within the past 20 years and from 15 different countries, including modern classics from veterans Steve Reid and Idris Ackamoor, providing a vital link between the past masters and the enlightened new generation.

ARTISTS & TRACKS:

• 01. Benjamin Herman - Lizard Waltz
• 02. Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids - An Angel Fell
• 03. Nat Birchall - The Black Ark
• 04. Chip Wickham - Shamal Wind
• 05. Jimi Tenor And Kabukabu - Suite Meets
• 06. Black Flower - Winter
• 07. Darryl Yokley's Sound Reformation - Echoes Of Ancien Sahara
• 08. Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble - Sounds Like Now
• 09. Oiro Pena - Nimetön
• 10. Cat Toren's Human Kind - Soul
• 11. Shabaka & The Ancestors - Wisdom Of Elders
• 12. Makaya McCraven - Gnawa