About This Item
Alkebulan is the dynamic new album from award-winning trombonist and composer Javier Nero, showcasing his powerhouse 18-piece jazz orchestra. Rooted in the ancestral spirit of Africa's cultural legacy, this genre-defying project blends modern big band jazz with world rhythms, soulful improvisation, and cinematic arrangements.The album features nine expansive tracks, including the high-energy opener Alkebulan, the rich ballad Radiant Flower Zara, and bold reinterpretations of jazz classics like Softly As in a Morning Sunrise and Devil May Care. With richly layered horn textures, virtuosic solos, and a forward-thinking compositional voice, Alkebulan is both a personal artistic statement and a thrilling listening journey.Recommended for fans of Maria Schneider, Brian Blade Fellowship, and Christian McBride Big Band. Album Tracks 1. Alkebulan 2. Make It So 3. Radiant Flower Zara 4. Ayla 5. Softly As in a Morning Sunrise 6. Devil May Care 7. The Fourth Dimension 8. Tesseract 9. Seminole
