Greg Fenton reviews Malcolm Pardon – The Abyss – TheLeafLabel
Falling like landslides, Malcolm Pardon’s tense piano plays are full of emotional release as textures and vistas are explored and then pulled apart to reveal what lies underneath. The grainy electronic undercurrent feels ever-present, whether you can hear it or not, as the organic blessing of actual instruments stirs the soul beautifully. Experience the epic rapture of Side Effects for performance and blissful reward.
Listen to the way the notes fall over Patchwork and feel your heartstrings get pulled. In fact, listen to it all. It is wonderfully played, creating dialogue full of notable, worthy music that fills the air with life’s affirmation.
Cover photo “Ako” by Chris Shonting
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