Enemy - Fiend (CD)
Album from Enemy The new live album from Enemy, marking their fourth release, captures a decade of fearless exploration and deep musical connection between pianist Kit Downes, bassist Petter Eldh, and drummer James Maddren. Reuniting with Edition Records after three albums that spanned Edition, ECM, and We Jazz, this album was recorded over a two-day residency at Bird's Eye in Basel. It's an ambitious retrospective and forward-looking statement, covering pieces from each record while presenting new material that reflects how Enemy's sound has evolved-balancing intensity with a striking, refined subtlety.Known for their masterful use of polyrhythms, Enemy's live performance pushes their collective improvisation to new heights, with the trio freely transitioning between themes and compositions without a set list. Signature tracks like 'Faster than Light' showcase an evolving interplay, where intensity meets lightness and bursts of colour emerge from unexpected places. This album also no