Track of the week: The Gate by Mary Halvorson

'The Gate' introduces the latest album Cloudward new in early 2024 from Brooklyn-based guitarist and composer Mary Halvorson. The Nonesuch release has 8 new compositions by Halvorson appearing with her sextet Amaryllis - that's Halvorson, Patricia Brennan (vibes), Nick Dunston (bass), Tomas Fujiwara (drums), Jacob Garchik (trombone), and Adam O’Farrill (trumpet). Laurie Anderson guests on album track 'Incarnadine'. Halvorson is one of the most unique and indiviudual jazz guitarists anywhere and the cool twists and turns of 'The Gate' do not in any way disappoint.

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