Éclipse
Elastic, 2023
8/10
A debut a long time in the making, the Canadian-American violinist Aline Homzy bring plenty of worldly ideas into her jazz formula that enlists in an all star cast for the adventurous 11 tracks.
“Caraway” opens the listen with Homzy’s animated strings alongside Marito Marques’ cultured drums and percussion for the rhythmic, cultured delivery, and “Cosmos” follows with Michael Davidson’s flowing vibes complementing the dreamy landscape of warmth.
In the middle, “Circa Herself” emits a very playful tone from the violin amid the rich percussive sounds, while “Aliens Are Pieces Of Wind” is a more intimate moment thanks to the cautious strings and well placed bass from Dan Fortin.
Arriving near the end, “Segment” uses picking techniques in a cinematic sort of way that embraces a sci-fi backdrop, and “Bientot, we will collide” spotlights Felicity Williams’ stunning and delicate voice across the dreamy ambience of the lush finish.
Also in attendance are Thom Gill (guitars) and João Frade (accordion), who help make for a very interesting version of jazz that flirts with folk, chamber and hazy bouts that shine a light on a highly creative first album.
Travels well with: Kaze & Ikue Mori- Crustal Movement; Pixie Ninja- Colours Out Of Space