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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus gradual builds and payoffs
- 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.
- If you like
- jazz
Isla is an album by Portico Quartet, released in 2009. A tranquil blend of jazz-inflected soundscapes and intricate rhythms that evoke a sense of space and serenity. 'Isla' received critical acclaim upon release, praised for its unique approach to jazz that blends acoustic instrumentation with modern production techniques. The album helped define the London jazz scene of the late 2000s, influencing a wave of artists who sought to merge traditional jazz with contemporary sounds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Isla sound like?
A tranquil blend of jazz-inflected soundscapes and intricate rhythms that evoke a sense of space and serenity. Rooted in jazz.
What makes Isla by Portico Quartet notable?
'Isla' received critical acclaim upon release, praised for its unique approach to jazz that blends acoustic instrumentation with modern production techniques. The album helped define the London jazz scene of the late 2000s, influencing a wave of artists who sought to merge traditional jazz with contemporary sounds. 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.
Who is Isla for?
Isla works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, atmospheric background focus and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Isla?
Isla has 9 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Paper Scissors Stone Standout 5:27
- 2 The Visitor 5:30
- 3 Dawn Patrol Standout 6:00
- 4 Line 7:29
- 5 Life Mask (Interlude) 1:15
- 6 Clipper 6:31
- 7 Life Mask 7:16
- 8 Isla Standout 5:09
- 9 Shed Song (Improv No 1) 8:23
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