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 | | Description: | "Contrast" erschien ursprünglich 1976 auf Delta Production und ist ein äu�erst seltenes Album des
Schweizer Jazz, ein Sammlerstück, das jetzt von BBE Music neu aufgelegt wird.
Die Wiederveröffentlichung dieses Albums ist nicht zuletzt der Sorgfalt, dem Enthusiasmus und der Kuratioin von
Jean-Claude von IF Music zu verdanken.
Mit neuwertigen Exemplaren des Originals für über 350 £ ist die
Veröffentlichung von J&F Quintet's Contrast ein Geschenk für alle ernsthaften Jazz-Fans und Sammler.
Aufgenommen von den Gründungsmitgliedern Stefan Schneller, Donat Beer und Toni Schädler, mit den
Schlagzeugern Gieri Bievi und Peter 'Huck' Hug sowie dem Bassisten Andri A Piorta, verschmilzt Contrast Jazz
mit Musik aus der schweizerisch-romanischen Tradition zu einem absoluten Meisterwerk.
Ã?berraschenderweise
ist Contrast auch die einzige Veröffentlichung des J&F Quintet, da die Mitglieder später getrennte Wege gingen,
um an anderen Projekten zu arbeiten. Es ist Jean-Claudes Entschlossenheit und seinem Ohr für gro�artige
Musik zu verdanken, dass wir dieses fantastische Album hören können.
Nach der Pandemie konnte er die
Bandmitglieder kontaktieren, die eher zufällig noch die Original-Masterbänder besa�en. Von diesen Bändern
wurde das Album wunderschön remastered, bereit für die Veröffentlichung auf BBE Music. - 180GR."Contrast" is a high-quality LP by the J&F Quintet, released by BBE Music, that captures an expressive, modern jazz sound with a warm, organic feel perfectly suited to vinyl. Across the album, the group explores dynamic contrasts: intimate, lyrical passages stand alongside rhythmically driven, groove-oriented sections; airy horn lines alternate with tight ensemble interplay. The production favors a natural, live-in-the-room aesthetic, allowing the nuances of the instruments and the subtle communication between the musicians to shine. This makes "Contrast" a record that rewards both attentive listening on high-fidelity setups and relaxed background spins alike.
Musically, the LP moves between contemporary jazz, soulful harmonies, and elements rooted in classic acoustic jazz traditions. The compositions place strong emphasis on melody and atmosphere, with carefully crafted arrangements that leave space for improvisation. Listeners can expect melodic themes that stay in the ear, sophisticated but accessible harmonies, and a rhythmic foundation that balances swing-inspired motion with more modern, groove-based patterns. The sequencing across the LP side A and B is designed as a coherent journey: pieces with a contemplative, late-night feel are interwoven with more energetic tracks, creating a narrative arc that makes "Contrast" particularly satisfying as a complete album experience.
The J&F Quintet present themselves here as a tightly attuned ensemble whose individual voices serve the collective sound. Their playing is characterized by sensitivity, clear phrasing, and a strong sense of dynamics, which underscores the album's core theme of contrast: light and shade, tension and release, structure and freedom. While the group's detailed history and discography are not fully documented here, this LP portrays them as a mature, fully formed band with a coherent artistic vision and a firm grounding in the language of modern jazz.
BBE Music is an independent label known for its carefully curated catalog that spans jazz, soul, funk, and related styles, with a strong focus on authenticity, musical quality, and audiophile-friendly releases. Over the years, BBE Music has built a reputation among collectors and DJs for reissues, compilations, and new productions that highlight both established artists and lesser-known gems. With "Contrast" by the J&F Quintet, BBE Music once again underlines its commitment to presenting contemporary jazz that respects tradition while sounding fresh and relevant on today's turntables. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
BBE728ALP |
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