“The drummer not only holds everything together and keeps things moving but has a way about him that encourages everyone to think in dialogue.” – Matthew Shipp
New Release
Our live performance “Live at Scholes Studio” has been released by gaucimusic, operated by Stephen Gauci, Saxophonist and a leader in the Brooklyn improvisation scene. Please check it out on bandcamp.
The following is an excerpt from the liner notes of the album:
Jeff Miles (Guitar) and Ken Kobayashi (Drums) have long been playing in the New York jazz scene, performing together in a wide range of settings, from straight-ahead jazz to free improvisation. This album captures their latest evolution as they join forces with rising bassist Michael Gilbert in a groundbreaking trio performance. Miles’ modal and imaginative guitar work intertwines with Gilbert’s driving bass lines, while Kobayashi’s undulating drumming anchors the ensemble with primal energy. Together, they craft a unique and unparalleled sonic landscape.
Live at Scholes Street Studio
Jeff Miles (Guitar)
Michael Gilbert (Bass)
Ken Kobayashi (Drums)