Sylvain Rifflet & Verneri Pohjola - Cake Walk from a Spaceship (2022) [CD-Rip]

Finnish star trumpeter Verneri Pohjola guest stars on world-class saxophonist Sylvain Rifflet's new album Cake Walk from a Spaceship. The album brings together Rifflet's unique tenor timbre and Pohjola's distinctive, expressive sound into a seamlessly elegant production that captivates listeners with the sheer mastery of both performers.

Sylvain Rifflet has made a name for himself not only as a saxophonist but also as a clarinettist and composer. One of the most sought-after French musicians of his generation, Rifflet has performed and recorded with several prominent musicians across Europe and America. Rifflet is said to have spearheaded the young generation of jazz musicians from the first decade of the 21st century. Rifflet has released four albums and won several prizes for his work.

Trumpetist and composer Verneri Pohjola is widely known for his unique, warm sound and eloquent improvisation. Nicknamed 'the Miles Davis of the north', Pohjola was awarded the prestigious Finnish Emma Award for his very first album, Aurora, in 2009. Since then, Pohjola has released five more albums and won multiple prizes for his music, solidifying his place among the most esteemed jazz musicians in Europe.

Tracklist
01. Déjà Vu
02. Abbey
03. Mésanges
04. Cake Walk from a Spaceship
05. Sven Coolson
06. Ryuichi, Fennesz, Alva et les autres
07. Awkward Commute
08. The Viking's Waltz
09. Baldwin
10. Duo 2