As We Know It ©1999
Jack West and Curvature
"Gorgeous, tightly structured compositions built on shifting rhythmic
patterns ... extraordinary." - East Bay Express
"Brilliant original compositions...breathtaking." - Contra Costa Times
As We Know It is the third release from Jack West and his ensemble
Curvature. This album marks the first recording of Jack on his custom 8
string acoustic guitar as well as the first recorded meeting of Jack and
guitar virtuoso Dean Magraw.
The music on As We Know It is centered around Jack West's original
compositions. The progressive acoustic jazz sound that develops is
characterized by complex polyrhythms, odd time signatures, playful
melodies, intense improvisation, and deep grooves. West's strikingly original compositions, his soulful slide-guitar work and the band's seamless ensemble playing have drawn rave reviews.
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1. Hauling Stones
2. Interaction Shift
3. Quarter Past Stockton
4. Nice View of the Cooling Tower
5. Mass Hysteria
6. Nigel's Dream
7. Song for Calder
(other Ahead Behind Releases)
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