Richard Spaven - Sole Subject

Fine Line Records

£25.20

Format: LP
Catalogue No.: FLI019
Barcode: 5050580830226
Release Date: 01 Nov 2024
Genre: Broken Beat

01: Stellar - Richard Spaven
02: Spaven's Arc (feat. Wildchild) - Richard Spaven
03: Sole Subject - Richard Spaven
04: Find Peace Within - Richard Spaven
05: Allied - Richard Spaven
06: Faders - Richard Spaven
07: Protocol - Richard Spaven
08: Mind State (feat. Tendayi) - Richard Spaven
09: Spirit Quintet - Richard Spaven

Forging his own path into the future... With roots in the U.K. club and hip-hop scenes, drummer Richard Spaven brings a fresh approach to the instrument that's at once modern and traditional. Combining machine-like accuracy with jazz-influenced improvisational sensibilities, Spaven's drumming has landed him gigs with vastly varied artists such as UK rapper Loyle Carner, Guru of hip-hop duo Gang Starr, producer Flying Lotus, vocalist José James and Brainfeeder artist Jameszoo. Spaven's brilliance is evident beyond his world-class performance abilities; he's equally impressive in production and compositional territories.

Sole Subject, a captivating crossover of electronica, hip hop, and jazz, explores the nuanced relationship between live drumming and electronic elements, a theme intricately woven throughout Spaven's sixth solo record. Originating from deep, rhythmic ideas, each track is a testament to intense experimentation and precision. At the core of the album are the drums, captured as full live takes which often blur the lines, appearing as if they were programmed or sampled. Dive into Sole Subject and experience a musical journey where innovation meets tradition, and where each beat tells a story of relentless creativity and dedication. The release of the record will be celebrated with a headline show at Jazz Café October 30th.