LONELINESS ROAD (TRANSPARENT GREEN VINYL)

With Loneliness Road, pianist Jamie Saft, legendary bassist Steve Swallow, and versatile drummer Bobby Previte present a work that is as unexpected as it is captivating-elevated by the haunting voice of none other than Iggy Pop. Far from being just another jazz album, this recording is a bold artistic exploration that fuses contemplative jazz, elements of blues, and the gravelly baritone of a punk icon turned poet. At it's core, the album is deeply rooted in modern jazz tradition. Saft's lyrical piano, Swallow's fluid electric bass lines, and Previte's dynamic, nuanced drumming create a soundscape that is intimate and atmospheric. The true surprise, however, comes with Iggy Pop's appearance on three tracks. Here, he doesn't snarl or shout as in his rock persona - instead, he delivers words with a weathered, introspective tone that feels more spoken than sung. The lyrics touch on loneliness, impermanence, and existential searching - perfectly in tune with the album's title. Tracks like the eponymous Loneliness Road and Don't Lose Yourself are steeped in lyrical depth and emotional gravity, drawing the listener into a reflective, late-night world. Loneliness Road is available as CD-Digipack, 2LP Black Vinyl and 2LP Green Transparent Special Edititon.