III
April, 2025
9/10
The Denmark quintet Andorra return with a 3rd album of their instrumental ways, where a ‘modern vintage’ approach unfolds across 7 original pieces.
The rich and flowing “Lyleland” leads with Nikolaj Bundvig’s fluid drumming that suits Mads la Cour’s soulful brass and Simon Krebs’ dreamy guitar, and "53 Days Of November” follows with a more rock focused mood that’s introspective and makes great use of Morten Jørgensen’s skilled bass.
“Three Tree” and “Mingus” arrive in the middle. The former employs ambience strategically amid the cinematic swells of melody and mystery, while the latter showcases the meticulous bass lines, spirited guitar and animated keys thanks to Peter Kohlmetz Møller.
The record ends with “Ember”, where an atmospheric and textured delivery is both lush and ambitious in a post-rock sort of way.
A really creative effort that relies on grooves, color, manipulation and brooding bouts, Andorra make modern jazz like few others can, and it’s really intriguing and memorable.
Travels well with: Filippo Dall’Asta- The Hot Club Of Tenerife; Luca Sestak- Lighter Notes