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"Indigo Garden": L.A. Jazz's New Sound Blooms
22 Apr
Summary
- Shaw brothers release their fourth album, "Indigo Garden."
- The album honors L.A. jazz tradition and Black liberation.
- Aaron Shaw's saxophone leads with multifaceted performances.
Brothers Aaron and Lawrence Shaw have released their fourth LP, "Indigo Garden," a record that channels the spirit of Los Angeles's vibrant jazz scene from the 2010s. The album pays tribute to contemporary jazz tradition, the wisdom of musical elders, and the core tenets of the Black liberation movement.
"Indigo Garden" is steeped in the sounds of Alice Coltrane, Latin jazz, and electronica. Its song titles like "City of Silent Angels" and "Slauson Fog" evoke L.A.'s unique atmosphere, while the arrangements capture the city's dynamic energy, comparable to the precision of a Dr. Dre beat or the cinematic mood of a Michael Mann film.
Aaron Shaw's saxophone is a prominent instrument throughout the album, offering memorable and multifaceted performances. Tracks such as "Exposure" showcase catchy motifs, while "City of Silent Angels" features an expansive sax performance against a complex rhythmic backdrop. Drummer Myles Martin also delivers a consistently energetic and dynamic performance across the album.
