Philip Clouts, piano; Samuel Eagles,
saxes; Tim Fairhall, bass; Kiran Bhatt, drums
(Press release)
Cape Town-born pianist/composer Clouts’ South African roots have
inspired a voyage of discovery that has led to him soaking up the joyful
passion of Caribbean calypso, the bluesy melodies of middle eastern praise
songs, the exuberant sway of Cuban dance music and the tuneful essence of
Gospel while honouring jazz heroes including Bill Evans, Keith Jarrett, and
Charles Lloyd.
As a key member of the popular London-based world jazz ensemble Zubop
and its offshoot Zubop Gambia, with BBC World Music award-winner Juldeh Camara,
Clouts created a solid body of work with African roots and since moving to
Dorset UK in 2006 he has responded to his new surroundings with impressionistic
compositions that complement his world music interests, resonating with strong
themes and packing a mighty rhythmical punch.
The latest CD from the Philip Clouts Quartet is one of the first wave of
releases on the new jazz imprint from prestigious label Odradek Records. On
this album, entitled Umoya (named from the Zulu word for life force), Clouts’
African inspirations extend beyond Cape jazz to Gnawa music and Afrobeat, and
further to pan-European folksong, soul-jazz and even drum ‘n’ bass. Joined by
rising star saxophonist Samuel Eagles, bassist Tim Fairhall and drummer Kiran
Bhatt, he brings his musical journey alive with superb musicianship and
infectious vigour.
“The best of British jazz” Chris Phillips Jazz FM
“Precise ebullience and relaxed funkiness” The Guardian
“A revelatory experience” UK Vibe
“Clouts' compositions are strong and likeable. The quartet's playing is
similarly engaging, a feeling of optimism pervading the tunes with a life force
of its own” All About Jazz
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