Isla
Portico Quartet · 2009
53 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A tranquil blend of jazz-inflected soundscapes and intricate rhythms that evoke a sense of space and serenity.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long immersive listening sessions
- atmospheric background focus
- gradual builds and payoffs
- contemplative and serene moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as the Portico Quartet's debut album, 'Isla' marked their emergence in the British jazz scene following their formation in 2005. At this point, they had already gained attention for their innovative style, which incorporates elements of electronic music and world influences, setting the stage for their future developments.
- Stylistic neighbors
- GoGo Penguin· Snarky Puppy· Nils Frahm
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paper Scissors Stone 5:27
- 2 The Visitor 5:30
- 3 Dawn Patrol 6:00
- 4 Line 7:29
- 5 Life Mask (Interlude) 1:15
- 6 Clipper 6:31
- 7 Life Mask 7:16
- 8 Isla 5:09
- 9 Shed Song (Improv No 1) 8:23
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