Helsinki 8.12.18

A 8 track avant garde jazz album (34m 58s) — released June 7th 2019 on We Jazz

Brooklyn-based saxophonist Jonah Parzen-Johnson presents an inspired set of ambient jazz for baritone sax and electronics, captured at Helsinki's We Jazz Festival in December 2018. The mood of the set is intense, with Parzen-Johnson's powerful music blending perfectly with the spacious feel of the room. His commentary in between songs gives the set a communal feel, which can now thankfully be revisited in the warm spirit of this wonderful evening of music.

This We Jazz Records release is tape only in terms of its physical distribution, while also a digital version is offered for streaming and download. "Helsinki 8.12.18" by Jonah Parzen-Johnson is a part of the ongoing "We Jazz Live Plates" series documenting the label's live activities.

Great. - Nabihah Iqbal NTS

Leftfield wonderment. Love it. - Steve Williams UK Vibe

Excellent. - Chris Philips Jazz FM

Pretty sweet! Dig the more experimental / minimal sounds here. - Alex Ruder KEXP

Dig this one too! - Mathieu Schreyer KCRW

Very unique and unusual sound. - Oliver Korthals Mojo Club / Byte FM

A great set! - Jazzcat Ness Radio

Nice work from Jonah, feeling lots of these jams and will support on the show!! - Alan O' Malley Shoreditch Radio

Great Album! and Great Saxofonist! - Enrique Domenech Freeforms Spain

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