Fieldwork - Thereupon

Fieldwork - ThereuponThe highly anticipated return of Fieldwork takes shape in the form of Thereupon, a sonic experience that challenges the jazz status quo with its audacious spirit. Uniting the exceptional talents of Steve Lehman on alto saxophone, Vijay Iyer on piano, and Tyshawn Sorey on drums, Fieldwork stands as a towering force in contemporary music. Since their last album Door in 2008, each member has achieved significant acclaim, boasting honors like MacArthur

The highly anticipated return of Fieldwork takes shape in the form of Thereupon, a sonic experience that challenges the jazz status quo with its audacious spirit.

Uniting the exceptional talents of Steve Lehman on alto saxophone, Vijay Iyer on piano, and Tyshawn Sorey on drums, Fieldwork stands as a towering force in contemporary music. Since their last album Door in 2008, each member has achieved significant acclaim, boasting honors like MacArthur Fellowships and a Pulitzer Prize, further cementing their impactful presence on the modern jazz landscape. Thereupon marks a thrilling new chapter in their journey, reaffirming their status as a pioneering experimental collective.

The album's soundscapes are a testament to their unique synthesis of genres, drawing from jazz, modern composition, African and South Asian rhythms, hip-hop, and electronica. Guided by an invisible conductor, the trio explores a kaleidoscope of textures and moods, transcending the boundaries of traditional and improvised music. The music is a dance of deep listening and instinctual response, offering an immersive and powerful performance that crackles with intensity.

For collectors and aficionados of genre-bending sound, Thereupon is an essential addition. The album not only celebrates Fieldwork’s return but also promises a cerebral yet visceral experience that captures the essence of groundbreaking creative collaboration.