#tenderlonious

All songs composed by Ali Riaz Baqar except for 'Mosty' composed by Marek Pędziwiatr Ali Riaz Baqar - Guitar Zohaib Hassan Khan - Sarangi Qammar 'Vicky' Abbas - Drums Kashif Ali Dhani - Tabla, Vocals Tenderlonious - Flute, Soprano Saxophone Latarnik - Fender Rhodes Mark II, Grand Piano, Yamaha PSR-550, Korg MS-20, Moog Voyager, Hohner Clavinet Pianet Duo The Vox Humana Chamber Choir - Vocals on 'Seek Refuge'

I’ve also rounded up as many as are available into one great Spotify playlist, which you can listen to and follow here : The Doctor Discovers 2017

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Ruby Rushton are back, unveiling a fresh limited 7" single for the South London based 22a imprint. The Tenderlonious led quartet continue to hit new heights, recalling the spirit of their debut 2015 album ‘Two For Joy’, with two brand new, afro-tinged, jazz fusion gems. ‘Sun Khosi’ is a tribute to Tender’s father who spent many years in Nepal working as a Gurkha Officer. The name is taken from one of the most famous rivers in Nepal, which runs through the Himalayas. It translates to “River of Gold” and is an appropriate title for this uplifting, feel-good summertime tune. It’s also Tender’s first composition and recording to feature him playing the alto flute, which has a deeper, more mellow tone compared to the usual concert flute that he plays. The b-side ‘Chrysalis’ composed by keys and synth bass maestro Aidan Shepherd, is inspired by the playing of pianist and British jazz legend John Taylor, who had something of an obsession with music in 3/4 time. ‘Chrysalis’ breaks into two distinct parts; kicking off with with Ruby Rushton’s signature tight, snappy melodies and driving groove, then reversing back into the bands carefree ‘Two for Joy’ sound of 2015, when the bass is given a rare chance to come to the forefront by joining the flute and trumpet melody. Herbie Hancock’s classic track ‘Butterfly’ has become a staple in the bands set, so the snappy melodies and driving groove of ‘Chrysalis’ represent the restless energy of the butterfly about to emerge from it's chrysalis. These two new tracks are taken from the bands forthcoming album, their fifth in 5 years, due for release in November on 22a. Ed 'Tenderlonious' Cawthorne; alto flute Nick Walters; trumpet Aidan Shepherd; keys Tim Carnegie; drums

‘Impressions’ is a pure raga (Raga Ba Khizer), the taala (rhythmic cycle) is Ektaal (12 beat cycle). It is similar to the raga that Tender first heard Ronu Majumdar play. This beautiful scale, that Tender would often practice back home, becomes the musical framework for rich improvisations. Joined by Zohaib Hassan Khan on the stringed instrument called sarangi - Zohaib is a 7th generation sarangi maestro and one of only 5 professional sarangi players left in Pakistan practicing this ancient art form. Kashif Ali Dhani provides the stunning backdrop on tabla, weaving in and out of complex rhythmic patterns. ‘Kirwani’ is composed by Dhani and is based on a raga that resembles the harmonic minor scale in western music, whilst ‘Shalamar Gardens’ provides a peaceful moment for reflection with Tender on soprano sax and Dhani on vocals. These three ragas serve as just a small taster for the recording sessions during our time in Lahore. The fruits of these sessions will be found on a new Jaubi album entitled ‘Nafs At Peace’, which is set for release on Astigmatic Records later this year… ‘Tender in Lahore’ features: Ed ‘Tenderlonious’ Cawthorne; flute & soprano sax members of Jaubi: 
Kashif Ali Dhani; tabla & vocals
 Zohaib Hassan Khan; sarangi
 also featuring: Marek Pędziwiatr; synth drone

22a proudly present’s the 4th studio album from the Tenderlonious led jazz quartet - Ruby Rushton. ‘Ironside’ is Ruby Rushton’s most complete work to date and was recorded over a 2 day session at the legendary Abbey Road Studios. ’Ironside’ sees the band continuing to push boundaries, and lead the way, with this new genre defying recording. The quartet’s fresh, high energy sound is rooted in the spiritual concepts of John Coltrane and Yusef Lateef, paying homage to The Headhunters and Weather Report heyday, whilst still adopting influences from hip hop, Afrobeat and the UK underground culture.

22a present this two-track 7" single from the Tenderlonious-led jazz quartet Ruby Rushton. Strictly limited to 500 copies worldwide. Ruby Rushton kicked down the door for the UK jazz renaissance back in 2015, and continue to lead the way in 2019 with this new genre-defying recording. The music is rooted in the spiritual concepts of jazz heroes such as John Coltrane and Yusef Lateef, whilst adopting influences from hip hop, Afrobeat and the UK underground culture. Edward Cawthorne; flute, percussion, synthesizer Nick Walters; trumpet, percussion Aidan Shepherd; Fender Rhodes, Nord Stage, synthesizer Tim Carnegie; drums Recorded at Abbey Road Studios 30th September 2018