Sean Gibbs - Confluence (2022) [Official Digital Download]

Confluence, the new album from London-based Scottish trumpeter Sean Gibbs, is released on 25 November on Ubuntu Music and is set to be his biggest project to date. The title refers to different aspects of his musical and personal life that came together at the right time to make the album possible, as well as the joyous gathering of seventeen exceptional musicians.

Tom Dunnett, Kieran McLeod and Richard Foote (trombones); Richard Henry (bass trombone); George Millard (alto/soprano saxophone); James Gardiner-Bateman (alto saxophone); Helena Kay and Riley Stone-Lonergan (tenor saxophones); Chris Maddock (baritone saxophone); Rob Brockway (piano); Calum Gourlay (bass) and Jay Davis (drums).

Commenting on the music, Gibbs said: “I wrote with the specific players in mind, and it was incredibly rewarding to hear what they brought to my compositions. I wanted to stay true to the fundamentals that resonate with me - lyrical melodies, hearty grooves and a deep connection to the blues. Having a world class 17-piece band to work with brought these concepts to new heights and opened up so many more possibilities.”

Tracklist
01. Lewis
02. New Beginnings
03. Gibb It Some More
04. Tomorrow Will Come
05. Juggling Act
06. Hungover Moments Of Clarity