Abstract Intuition vinyl

Expect a stellar line-up from the realm of 'modern electronic jazz,' featuring long-time collaborators Jessica Lauren and Ben Hadwen (on tenor sax, bass clarinet, and flute), alongside Twm Dylan (upright bass), Peter Zummo (trombone), Sarathy Korwar (Tabla), Magnus Mehta (congas/percussion), Raimund Wong (Yamaha MT400/electronics), and Nick himself on drums, percussion, vibes, and synth. The album offers four standout tracks: 'Spice Routes' delves into deep bass-driven space jazz with Ben's sax and bass clarinet leading the charge; 'Messimalism (Above Thought)' is a fusion of space jazz and dub; 'Paradox' invites listeners into a rich soundscape of gong baths; and 'Pathways to Presence' stands out with its expansive, 18-minute exploration, blending elements of Art Ensemble of Chicago and Kahil El Zabar's Ethnic Heritage Ensemble, along with a hint of early Cinematic Orchestra vibes. Fans of influential DJs like Patrick Forge and Michael Ruetten are particularly excited by this release. The album reflects Emanative's collective spirit, drawing on jazz traditions while forging new paths. With connections to Sun Ra Arkestra and Tribe jazz royalty, and a sound reminiscent of Carlos NiNo & Friends, this album is a significant addition to the genre. In terms of missing elements, it's notable that Liz Elensky, Nick's partner of 25 years, is not involved, which might be a point of interest for those familiar with his personal history.