New Directions by Travis Sullivan
Alto saxophonist Travis Sullivan unleashes a different sound and turns everything loose on his 2011 record "New Directions." Known primarily for leading his Björkestra project, Sullivan decides that less is definitely more when he focuses his full attention on this quartet date. He is joined by pianist Mike Eckroth, bassist Marco Panascia, and drummer Brian Fishler. With a balanced program of Sullivan’s new compositions and a few tasty arrangements of some classics of yesterday thrown in for good measure, the entire session is hard hitting with exciting rhythms and melodic lyricism. Take time to dig the scene and soak up the swinging sounds of Travis Sullivan's "New Directions."
Tracklist
| 1. | Jamia's Dance | 5:47 |
| 2. | Autum In N.H. | 5:05 |
| 3. | Tuneology | 4:33 |
| 4. | Hidden Agenda | 5:45 |
| 5. | Spring Is Here | 5:17 |
| 6. | Georgie | 6:49 |
| 7. | Everybody Wants To Rule The World | 4:55 |
| 8. | Leap Of Faith | 6:42 |
| 9. | Magic Monday | 4:37 |
| 10. | New Directions | 5:19 |
| 11. | Toy Tune | 7:22 |
Credits
Travis Sullivan - alto saxophone
Mike Eckroth - piano
Marco Panascia - bass
Brian Fishler - drums
Marc Free - producer
Nick O’Toole - engineer
Barry Shapiro - associate producer
recorded June 3, 2010 at Acoustic Recording, Brooklyn, NY
mixed & mastered at Studio 507, Los Angeles, CA
original artwork by Joaquin Spengemann
package design by Jamie Brunson
photography by Mira Zaki
License
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Embedded in the New York music scene for over 25 years, Travis Sullivan has earned a worldwide reputation as an alto saxophonist, pianist, composer, and arranger. With many projects as a leader, including the Björkestra, an 18-piece big band performing his arrangements of the music of Icelandic pop goddess Björk, Sullivan can always be counted on to make thoughtful, creative music.