Unknown not for long for this beat has a sense of unique rhythms to it that separates it from the inundation of debut spins. Aafie Van Summeren Trio opens the doors to a sharp sound with a vocal execution only Ms Summeren could unveil. The pitch is tight however fresh with tone. “Space Unknown” is a curious yet splendid spin in this new wave of jazz therefore this effort has legs to continue a long journey.

Title cut “Space Unknown” has a somewhat mystic flow as if Ms. Summeren was developing the lyrics and message as she records, which can only be translated in the real world as a methodical delivery. Which works very well in her case as the other cuts demonstrate.

Classic percussion and keys are injected into her performance, which marries the effort together. Room for growth… Of course what debut hasn’t but the foundation set is solid and pure.

Karl Stober is an international freelance columnist and broadcaster who can be reached at jazztrenzz@bellsouth.net. Karl can also be reached at 1-251-625-0866.


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