Sachal Vasandani - Midnight Shelter (2021) [Official Digital Download 24/96]

‘album of incredible understatement, intimate delicacy and tender lyricism’ Jazzwise

‘…the pairing of Sachal Vasandani’s achingly tender voice and Romain Collin’s expansive piano is a needed sonic embrace during a time of discontent’ Downbeat

Midnight Shelter is the beautifully raw and intimate new album from US vocalist Sachal Vasandani, featuring French/New York-based pianist Romain Collin.

Up close and personal re-workings of classics by outstanding songwriters Bob Dylan, Nick Drake, Lennon/McCartney and others, alongside spellbinding memorable originals.

Recorded in 2020, this music captures a moment in time, one of uncertainty and reflection. Originating from a shared desire to create after months in isolation, it’s a powerfully inspiring and deeply authentic album, expressing a want and a need to connect. As Sachal explains: “I met up with my friend and neighbor Romain Collin in the park near my house. After sharing our stories, we agreed we should play – just get together and play. We didn’t set out to make a record, but getting together in the studio gave me a chance to work through the anxiety and anger I’d kept inside throughout the spring and summer.”

With a warm, compelling sound, ‘Midnight Shelter’ imaginatively reworks well-loved music by Bob Dylan, Nick Drake, Lennon/McCartney and other outstanding songwriters, alongside spellbinding sensitive originals, uniquely expressed. The healing power of music and collaboration is overwhelmingly evident here.

TRACKLIST

1. Sachal Vasandani - Summer No School
2. Sachal Vasandani - Before You Go
3. Sachal Vasandani - Adore You
4. Sachal Vasandani - River Man
5. Sachal Vasandani - Great Ocean Road
6. Sachal Vasandani - Throw It Away
7. Sachal Vasandani - Don't Think Twice, It's All Right
8. Sachal Vasandani - Love Away
9. Sachal Vasandani - Blackbird
10. Sachal Vasandani - Dance Cadaverous
11. Sachal Vasandani - One Last Try



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