New York City

Album Description

Hans Koller & The Big Band present their captivating album, 'New York City', a masterful blend of cool jazz, free jazz, and krautrock elements. Released on the esteemed MPS label, this 10-track collection takes listeners on a sonic journey through the city that never sleeps. From the opening notes of 'Opening' to the final strains of 'Ending', the album is a love letter to the vibrant metropolis, with tracks like '52Nd Street', 'Central Park', and 'Harlem' evoking the sights and sounds of the city's iconic landmarks.

With a talented ensemble featuring Hans Koller on tenor saxophone, accompanied by a stellar lineup of musicians, including Franz Simons, Gustav Brom Jr., and Benny Bailey, the music is a testament to the band's exceptional skill and chemistry. The result is an album that is both a tribute to the city and a showcase for the band's innovative and eclectic sound.

Clocking in at 45 minutes, 'New York City' is a concise yet impactful collection that will appeal to fans of jazz and beyond. With its unique blend of styles and influences, this album is a must-listen for anyone looking to experience the best of Hans Koller & The Big Band's oeuvre. Originally released in 1979, and re-released in 2014, 'New York City' remains a timeless classic, waiting to be discovered and cherished by music enthusiasts everywhere.

31 jan 2014

2014 Edel Germany GmbH

About Hans Koller

Hans Koller is a renowned jazz pianist, composer, and arranger, born in Landshut, Germany, and based in London since 1991. With a musical lineage—his father was a jazz-loving Lutheran pastor and his mother a music teacher—Koller's journey in music began early. He has since created a substantial body of over 70 original compositions, recorded in sixteen critically acclaimed albums. Koller's work is celebrated for its intelligence and vivacity, often compared to jazz greats like George Russell and Gil Evans. His projects, such as the Charlie Parker-themed "Word from Bird," showcase his ability to blend mind and body in music, making him a standout in the jazz world. Whether leading his own ensembles like Free Sound and International Brass Company or collaborating with fellow musicians, Koller's contributions to jazz are both innovative and deeply rooted in tradition.