Alice Orchestra is a sonic mothership navigated by multi-instrumentalist, composer and vocalist Naomi Jean. Picking up adventurous frequency benders in every port - Melbourne, Marseille, New York, Istanbul - Alice Orchestra conjures a spacious place that resounds with sounds from Africa to Indonesia, Celtic to Balkan. Serpentine melodies and asymmetric rhythms form the basis for ensemble improvisation over thematic structures, inspired by the pioneering approach of Miles Davis’ in his ‘In a Silent Way’ and ‘Bitches Brew’ periods. Pop-mantras overlay mystic soundscapes, propulsive grooves and experimental textures, creating an original and welcoming universe.
Naomi Jean composes, sings and plays flute and percussion. Featured artists: France: Natalia Mann harp Stephane David piano Sven 'Lava' Polhammer electric guitar Bernie Phaid voice & accordian Emma Bathgate voice Jules Bernable electric bass Damien Ravnich drums David Merlo electric bass Boris Vassillucci violin Audrey Gbaguidi voice Fanette Bonnet voice & body percussion Ben Walsh drums Robin Celse sound engineer / guitar Ben Martin sound engineer Australia Nashua Lee electric guitar Thai Matus keyboards Willow Stahlut violin Luke Collins drums Rohan Sherlock electric bass Xanya Mamunya harp Tahli Goikoetxea voice Thomas 'Soup' Campbell sound sculpting |
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