to explore (vol. 1)

by Aspyrian

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Compact Disc (CD) + Digital Album
In a 6-panel digifile card case with artwork by Alban Low

Includes unlimited streaming of to explore (vol. 1) via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

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1.	ACE 05:40		buy track
2.	Hymn for Jim 07:56		buy track
3.	With the Benefit of Hindsight 04:42		buy track
4.	R-Evolve 06:03		buy track
5.	Unknown 05:08		buy track
6.	Rigor Mortis 05:22	info	buy track
7.	Changing Tides 06:17		buy track

about

‘to explore (vol. 1)’ is the debut album from London-based trio, ‘Aspyrian’, featuring long-standing friends and collaborators Robin Porter on tenor and soprano saxophone, Jack Gillen on guitar and Matt Parkinson on drums. The album title is the translation of the band name – an old English word – and reflects the band’s approach to playing and creating music together. Whilst this particular ensemble only formed in 2021, the relationship that binds these three musicians has been nurtured in a range of other musical contexts since they met at Leeds Conservatoire over ten years ago. The result is a shared musical language that allows the trio to interact on a profound level.

All seven tracks on the album are original compositions – three written by Robin and four by Matt – which collectively exhibit a broad range of styles. Make no mistake however, this album has a cohesive sound that is enchantingly original, devoid of clichés and true to the band’s shared experiences.

This debut album from the band – whilst still paying homage to a growing tradition of sax, guitar, and drums line-up – is a bold and individual record that firmly places the band’s sound in the present day. ‘Aspyrian’ are immensely grateful and honoured to have been awarded the Help Musicians UK Record/Release Fund in 2022, which has not only supported the recording/manufacturing costs but also provided valuable business advice sessions to help the group better understand the release process.

credits

released May 26, 2023

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Robin Porter – Saxophones
Jack Gillen – Guitar
Matt Parkinson – Drums

Recorded August 2023, Lightship 95 Studio, London
Mixed by Giles Barrett, Mastered by Dave Holmes

Tracks 1, 3, 5 & 6 composed by Matt Parkinson
Tracks 2, 4 & 7 composed by Robin Porter

Artwork by Alban Low

Hidden Threads Records
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