Odyssey is the second studio album by British jazz saxophonist Nubya Garcia, released on 20 September 2024 by Concord Jazz. The album blends orchestral arrangements with R&B, jazz, and dub influences.
Background and recording
Garcia collaborated with producer Kwes on Odyssey. The album features her touring band members: Joe Armon-Jones (keys), Daniel Casimir (bass), and Sam Jones (drums). Notable guest artists include Esperanza Spalding and Georgia Anne Muldrow with strings from Chineke! Orchestra.[1][2]
Release
Odyssey was announced in mid-2024 and released on 20 September 2024 by Concord Jazz. The album was released as a 2LP, CD and digital formats.[3]
Track listing
Odyssey track listing| Title |
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| 1. | "Dawn" (featuring Esperanza Spalding) | 4:52 |
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| 2. | "Odyssey" | 7:23 |
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| 3. | "Solstice" | 4:49 |
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| 4. | "Set It Free" (featuring Richie) | 4:06 |
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| 5. | "The Seer" | 5:02 |
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| 6. | "Odyssey - Outerlude" | 0:47 |
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| 7. | "We Walk In Gold" (featuring Georgia Anne Muldrow) | 3:54 |
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| 8. | "Water's Path" | 4:01 |
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| 9. | "Clarity" | 6:15 |
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| 10. | "In Other Words, Living" | 4:07 |
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| 11. | "Clarity - Outerlude" | 1:37 |
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| 12. | "Triumphance" | 5:54 |
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| Total length: | 52:47 |
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Japanese edition bonus track| Title |
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| 11. | "Clarity - Alternative Version" | 4:41 |
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| Total length: | 57:36 |
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Personnel
- Nubya Garcia – tenor saxophone, producer
- Joe Armon-Jones – keyboards
- Daniel Casimir – double bass
- Sam Jones – drums
- Jansen Santana - percussion
- Strings - Chineke! Orchestra
- Esperanza Spalding – vocals (track 1)
- Richie – vocals (track 4)
- Georgia Anne Muldrow – vocals (track 7)
- Kwes – producer
References
External links
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