Following his acclaimed ‘Starfish EP’, New Zealand born, Paris-based piano virtuoso Aron Ottignon is back with ‘Waves’ – a new EP once again crafted with Rodi Kirk. Influenced by a trip to Reunion Island and the sounds from there, ‘Waves’ again showcases the virtuoso piano expertise of Aron, along with the second-to-none production of Rodi. Maloya rhythms and beats combining with modern production create a sound that truly is unlike any other.
"’Waves’ was influenced by a trip I made to Reunion Island 5 years ago. Where I heard Maloya musicians & bands like Alain Peters, Daniel Waro, Lindigo. The radio version is more of a half half between electronic & percussion, whereas 'à La Réunion' is bringing in also extra triangle patterns & bass drum fills commonly heard in Maloya music.
These were all played by an experienced Mauritius percussionist called Kersley Sham. Boubacar Dembele from Amadou & Mariam features on the djembe solo. The jazz element of all this is the performance of the piano. Nothing is completely pre-composed. It is an improvisation over a set pattern & rhythm, playing with phrasing & ostinatos.” – Aron Ottignon
Link to stream the EP -
https://soundcloud.com/aronottignon/sets/waves-single/s-XabzB
Link to download WAVs -
https://www.hightail.com/download/bXBZNHAwNXZveE53SGNUQw
Get familiar with Aron Ottignon and his amazing live sets sponsored by Ableton Live - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UiOWOXPbRsc
Available now digitally worldwide through Aron Ottignon (Europe) and Loop Recordings Aot(ear)oa (Rest of World)
For any enquires, images or information, please contact:
Dan Clist
C: +64 21 022 66195
E: [email protected]
