1. ECHOMYR 2. SILENT ECHOES 3. NORTHERN LIGHT 4. RESONANCE 5. A MOMENT IN TIME 6. BETWEEN WORLDS 7. STILLNESS 8. ECHO CHAMBER 9. REFLECTIONS 10. LAST HORIZON
Description:
"Echomyr (Digipak)" is an artfully presented CD album by pianist and composer Lars Liberetto Danielsson, released by the renowned jazz and crossover label ACT. Housed in an elegant digipak, this edition places particular emphasis on visual and tactile quality, underlining the musical concept of space, resonance and subtle detail suggested by the title "Echomyr". The music moves in the realm of modern European jazz: lyrical, melodic and often introspective, with great attention to sound colors and atmosphere rather than sheer virtuosity. Long, singing lines, warm harmonies and spacious arrangements create a cinematic, almost narrative listening experience that invites repeated plays.
The tracks unfold with a strong sense of dynamics and contrast - from quiet, fragile passages to more expansive, rhythmically driven sections. Acoustic instruments dominate, with piano and bass at the core, complemented by carefully placed ensemble textures that give the music depth and breadth. Listeners who appreciate poetic, harmonically rich jazz with Scandinavian clarity and a strong melodic focus will find "Echomyr" particularly appealing, whether as concentrated headphone listening or as a sophisticated soundtrack for late evenings.
Lars Danielsson has long been considered one of Europe's most distinguished jazz musicians, known especially for his work as a bassist, cellist and composer and for his collaborations with many leading European and international artists. He has built a strong reputation for crafting albums that are both accessible and artistically ambitious, combining jazz, classical influences and elements of Scandinavian folk into a highly personal sound language. His projects under his own name have earned critical acclaim for their lyrical depth, detailed arrangements and superb sound quality, making him a key figure in contemporary European jazz.
The album is released on ACT, one of the most important European labels for modern jazz and related genres. ACT has become synonymous with high-quality productions, carefully curated artist rosters and a strong visual identity, often reflecting a close connection to European art and design. The label is known for supporting distinctive musical voices that bridge tradition and innovation, and for releasing albums that impress both musically and in terms of recording and packaging quality. With "Echomyr (Digipak)", ACT once again underlines its ambition to present contemporary jazz as a complete artistic statement - from the first note to the final visual detail.
Modern
32.360
- AcidJazz/DanceJazz 107- Avantgarde/Free 983- Bebop 109- Bossa Nova 339- Cool 75- Hard Bop 155- Jazz Rock/Fusion 748- Latin Jazz 998- Other Modern Jazz 27.381- PopJazz/SmoothJazz 795- World-&Ethno-Ja. 447
