Lightship by Unknown To Known
In the Summer of 2023, UTK recorded their first studio album onboard a Lightship in the docklands of East London.
Sculpted through long form improvisations, this music reflects their personal transformations as well as the rapidly evolving world in which we live.
With its gradually unveiling intricacies and soundscapes rich in colour and depth, we sincerely hope this album can provide some moments of calm and joy.
"Some of the most exciting jazz currently lighting up the London scene, right here.
Moody, gliding, ranging improvisations, fronted by the closely-knit harmonies and melodies of woodwind duo Idris Rahman and Tamar Osbourne, and under-pinned by the propulsive, layered rhythms of Yusuf Ahmed’s drums and Jihad Darwish’s sitar and bass.
Very warmly recommended." - Honest Jons Records
Tracklist
| 1. | Wide Waters | 5:02 |
| 2. | Open Your Heart | 11:15 |
| 3. | Negotiations | 3:59 |
| 4. | Letters from Bengal | 0:36 |
| 5. | Mirror Mirror | 1:08 |
| 6. | Good Morning Moon | 3:19 |
| 7. | Through The Looking Glass | 9:57 |
| 8. | Lightship | 2:24 |
Credits
Idris Rahman: Tenor saxophone, bansuri, bass clarinet
Tamar Osborn: Baritone saxophone, flute, clarinet
Jihad Darwish: Double bass, electric bass, sitar
Yusuf Ahmed: Drums, homemade percussion
Recorded at Lightship Studios, London, 2023
Mixed and produced by Yusuf Ahmed
Mastered by Prime Direct
Cover photographs: Gui Süssekind Bailey
Design: Yusuf Ahmed
