PLING MUSIC
Norwegian record label for jazz and related sounds
Parallax + Bjarnadottir:
The Lighthouse Release date: September 2020
Bjarnadottir and Parallax explore different compositional ideas based on field recordings of various natural phenomena around Iceland (waterfalls, caves, birds, etc.). The idea is to create a supernatural soundscape where the acoustic sounds and field recordings blend into an instrument. This sonic illusion is reinforced by Parallax's use of extended techniques and various objects as they attempt to eliminate the traditional roles of the acoustic instruments. Parallax + Hytta:
Asken Release date: April 2020
Parallax+Hytta is a collaboration between the Norwegian improv trio Parallax and Norwegian Hardanger fiddler Anne Hytta. They draw on influences like contemporary improvisational music, medieval music, contemporary classical music and traditional Norwegian music. Parallax + Neon Trio:
Flimmer Release date: April 2020
Parallax and Ensemble neoN have both been in action separately for almost ten years. Three members from each group come together to perform the a joint work, Flimmer, reflecting new methods of combining composition and improvisation. Anders Lønne Grønseth / Multiverse:
Theory of Anything Release date 26.4.2019
Anders Lønne Grønseth:
Multiverse Release date: 21.9.18
Multiverse is a jazz band of five ingenious improvisors, sharing the urge for exploring and going in depth with their material, using interplay as a catalyst for taking the music to new places. Parallax+Hytta:
Skogen Release date: 16.5.18
Parallax+Hytta is a collaboration between the Norwegian improv trio Parallax and Norwegian Hardanger fiddler Anne Hytta. They draw on influences like contemporary improvisational music, medieval music, contemporary classical music and traditional Norwegian music. Bhattacharya / Grønseth / Wessel:
Bhattacharya / Grønseth / Wessel Release date: 21.10.16
Indian slide guitar pioneer Debashish Bhattacharya join forces with Norwegian saxophonist Anders Lønne Grønseth and New York-based guitarist Kenny Wessel in a blend of Indian raga, Nordic calmness and jazz. Anders Lønne Grønseth:
Mini Macro Ensemble 2nd Edt Vol2 Release date: 14.10.16
Mini Macro Ensemble unite elements from classical, jazz, contemporary, improv and world music to an output where mellifluous melodies and moods are superseded by hypnotic grooves or unpredictable improvisation. Eight musicians from a variety of musical backgrounds contribute to Mini Macro Ensemble's unique instrumentation and distinctive, border-crossing sound. Grøn / Sky :
(Anders Lønne Grønseth & Anja Eline Skybakmoen) Ord frå ein annan skog (songar til tekst av Halldis Moren Vesaas) Release date: 22.1.16
Grøn / Sky er kort for Anders Lønne Grønseth og Anja Eline Skybakmoen. På albumet «Ord frå ein annan skog» fremfører de Anders Lønne Grønseths tonsettinger av Halldis Moren Vesaas dikt. I jazzinfluert visedrakt, akkompagnert av et skreddersydd kammerensemble, søker de å fange stemninger og følelser i Halldis Moren Vesaas tekster, og underbygge det symbolske og formmessige innholdet i lyrikken. Anders Lønne Grønseth:
Mini Macro Ensemble 2nd Edt Vol1 Release date: 27.11.15
Mini Macro Ensemble unite elements from classical, jazz, contemporary, improv and world music to an output where mellifluous melodies and moods are superseded by hypnotic grooves or unpredictable improvisation. Eight musicians from a variety of musical backgrounds contribute to Mini Macro Ensemble's unique instrumentation and distinctive, border-crossing sound. |