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Following the acclaimed ‘Forest Floor’ (shortlisted for the Mercury Prize & awarded Scottish Album of the Year in 2022) and ‘Cairn’, Scottish pianist Fergus McCreadie reunites with his trio for ‘Stream’: a journey from cloudy skies to sunnier climes, weaving Scottish folklore with contemporary jazz.
In the dynamic landscape of contemporary jazz, Scottish pianist and composer Fergus McCreadie has carved a remarkable niche. Since 2021, his career has skyrocketed, marked by two acclaimed album releases that propelled him into the limelight – shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and clinching the Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) for “Forest Floor.” His debut with Edition Records, “Cairn” (2021), set the stage for a journey deeply rooted in natural themes. McCreadie’s latest venture, “Stream,” continues this intriguing exploration, this time delving into the essence of water. Accompanied by his long-standing comrades, David Bowden and Stephen Henderson, the album flows with the fluidity of its namesake. It’s a musical stream that flows through the rich landscapes of Scottish folklore and the sophisticated avenues of contemporary jazz, blending them seamlessly.
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