The Blue Note label is one of the most iconic and influential jazz labels in history. Founded in 1939 by Alfred Lion and Max Gottlieb in New York City, the label began documenting the city’s vibrant jazz scene.
Over the years, Blue Note continued to evolve, signing new talent and pushing the boundaries of jazz music. The label’s commitment to innovation and experimentation helped shape the course of jazz history, paving the way for future generations of musicians.
Today Blue Note remains a vital force in the jazz world, representing many leading young artists of our times such as Melissa Aldana, Ambrose Akinmusire, Gerald Clayton, Aaron Parks or Immanuel Wilkins .
For this project, drummer and composer Kulusé Souriant, who just moved to Montréal, drew inspiration from the latest Blue Note releases, selecting a repertoire that reflected the vibrant, contemporary sound of the label.
He gathered a group of young, up-and-coming musicians from the city, eager to infuse their fresh perspectives and ideas into the music.
Musicians:
Simone Leblanc (alto sax)
Gabriel Genest (tenor sax)
Yannick Anctil (piano)
Guillaume Levebvre (upright bass)
Kulusé Souriant (drums)
