A Portal To Here

This album has been added to 2 public lists:

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  To Check Out 2026

  Ben

  Continuing the group’s deep exploration of Spiritual Jazz and the 60s New Thing - honouring the spirit of Alice Coltrane and Pharoah Sanders The album marks their first recording since the passing of ATA guitarist Chris “Earl” Dawkins. Its four tracks trace the band’s collective journey through grief and reflection, standing as both a testament to Chris’s artistry and a tribute to his enduring influence.

  A Portal To Here brings the spirit of Alice Coltrane via Alice Roberts on harp, as well as Sun Ra-esque horn sections featuring the cream of Yorkshire reed and brass players, who lift the mood whenever they appear. Percussion, and particularly the celebratory sound of group handclaps, infuse the whole album with emotional intensity, whether that be joy or sorrow.

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  Best jazz of 2026

  pjpmode