FENIX

TRACKLIST A1. Batucada Em Marte A2. Papa Samba A3. Neptunians (short version) A4. Rio Doce A5. Corumbá B1. Fênix B2. Villa Mariana (De Tarde) B3. Orange Clouds B4. O Matagal INFO Continually pushing the boundaries of jazz, funk, electronic music and disco, as expressed through their signature samba swing, the Brazilian mavericks have recreated the energy of those spellbinding seventies™ sessions which would launch them into international recognition and confirm their status as one of Brazil™s most successful bands. Since the passing of keyboard maestro Jose Roberto Bertrami in 2012, remaining members Ivan Conti and Alex Malheiros have worked tirelessly to keep the spirit of Azymuth alive, and to continue the legacy of Bertrami™s genius. But Fênix also marks a new era as the Azymuth trio is complete once again, by special guest keyboardist Kiko Continentino. A hugely talented pianist, composer and arranger, Kiko has worked with the likes of Milton Nascimento, Gilberto Gil and Djavan, and the fresh energy and inspiration he has brought to the group is undeniable. The album also features Brazilian percussion legend Robertinho Silva, one of Brazil™s most important and influential players. From the disco-carnival title track to sunny jazz-funk head-nodder Orange Clouds, through to the deep-space samba Corumbá, Azymuth have drawn upon five decades of consummate craftsmanship - which coupled with their endless desire for experimentation and improvisation - has resulted in a 10-track journey encapsulating the full spectrum of Azymuth™s brilliantly coloured expressionist fusion. With all the cosmic energy and masterful musicianship you™d expect from the three-man orchestra, Azymuth rise from the ashes! Recorded in Rio De Janeiro in May 2016 with producers Daniel Maunick and Joe Davis the official release date is set for December 2016, on super-heavyweight vinyl, CD and digitally. European Tour Dates October/ November 2016 Oct 28 Sigurdsgarde, Copenhagen Oct 29 Nefertiti, Gothenburg Nov 02 Bix, Stuttgart Nov 03 Domicil, Dortmund Nov 04 Badehaus, Berlin Nov 05 Kalif Storch, Erfurt Nov 06 Stadtgarten, Cologne Nov 09 Jazzpodium, Dordrecht Nov 10 Bird, Rotterdam Nov 11 North Sea Jazz, Amsterdam Nov 12 Le Sucre, Lyon Nov 14 Teatro del Gatto, Ascona Nov 15 Bravo Caffè, Bologna Nov 18 Hideaway, London Nov 19 Hideaway, London Nov 21 Bayerischer Hof, Munich PRESS QUOTES: šSamba jazz legends› MOJO Innovators in dance/world fusion Billboard Dance music played by human beings rather than computers, fantastic Sunday Times Azymuth are crate-digger favourites evangelised by indie hip-hop producer |No Madlib" UNCUT šBrazilian cult trio› Q ˜Arguably the most successful band to come out of Brazil„you™re in the hands of masters.™ Songlines