Rudresh Mahanthappa tells us about his upcoming "Charlie Parker Celebration" performances at Smoke Jazz Club (Aug 25-28). He gives us insight into his quintet recording "Bird Calls" and recent trio recordings "Hero Trio" and "Animal Crossing." We discuss his early musical inspirations, ethnic influences and authenticity in jazz, and get his thoughts on the relationship of music and language. Finally, Rudresh shares some of his upcoming musical projects.
Rudresh Mahanthappa's Homepage
Hear The Rudresh Mahanthappa Trio (Aug 25-28) live at:
Smoke Jazz Club
"Bird Calls" (ACT Music) 2015
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3OaIGXcN9CnCX6etIGVf8G/discography/all?pageUri=spotify:album:4QELhGx08rSdVFbYfzucmn
https://music.apple.com/us/album/bird-calls-bonus-track-edition-with-adam-ofarrill-matt/950640934
"Hero Trio" (Whirlwind Recordings) 2020
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3OaIGXcN9CnCX6etIGVf8G/discography/all?pageUri=spotify:album:3FF9NPwv2gznqYaLbilwaX
https://music.apple.com/us/album/hero-trio/1616958524
"Animal Crossing" (Whirlwind Recordings) 2022
https://open.spotify.com/artist/3OaIGXcN9CnCX6etIGVf8G/discography/all?pageUri=spotify:album:5kCuyPfQiCTyrfyT99BCvT
https://music.apple.com/us/album/animal-crossing-feat-francois-moutin-rudy-royston-ep/1606226366
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