Joachim Kühn's latest masterpiece, Touch the Light, is a captivating 47-minute journey that seamlessly blends the boundaries of gnawa, free jazz, jazz, and krautrock. Released on 26 February 2021 via ACT Music, this album is a testament to Kühn's innovative spirit and genre-bending approach.
The tracklist is a carefully curated selection of originals and reimagined classics, featuring Warm Canto, Allegretto, and A Remark You Made, alongside unique interpretations of Bob Marley's Redemption Song and Prince's Purple Rain. The album's eclectic mix also includes nods to jazz legends with renditions of Stardust and Peace Piece.
Throughout Touch the Light, Joachim Kühn's masterful touch weaves together disparate threads, creating a rich tapestry of sound that is both deeply personal and universally relatable. With its diverse influences and Kühn's bold artistic vision, this album is an essential listen for fans of experimental and avant-garde music. As the sounds of Sintra, Ponta de Areia, and Last Tango in Paris unfold, listeners are invited to immerse themselves in Kühn's unique sonic world, where the boundaries of genre and convention are pushed to new and exciting heights.
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