January 9, 2025

James Brandon Lewis Trio - "Prince Eugene"


Saxophonist James Brandon Lewis has a new album out early next month and today he's shared the latest single, "Prince Eugene."

Following last year's excellent collaboration with the Messthetics (the band that features the rhythm section of the all-mighty Fugazi), James Brandon Lewis has announced a new record that is all his own. Well, he's still got a backing band featuring Chad Taylor and Josh Werner, but this one is billed as his trio and not a collab with another group. Today, Lewis and co shared "Prince Eugene" which is a vibey tune that includes a cruising bass line and a Zimbabwean mbira plus the expected bop of Lewis' serene saxophone playing. It's a groovy track that moves with elevated touches of rhythm and bluesy moods as the trio lock in tight for a solid bond and a touch of funk that feels almost as meditative as it does invigorating.

Apple Cores is out February 7.

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