Sascha Henkel

Mock Grandeur: 2

by Glenn Astarita
December 19, 2017

This Swiss label that abides by a musician-run collective manifesto has produced a limited edition of 100 CDs --also available via digital downloads --of this quartet comprised of a dual-sax attack, guitar and drums. As the lack of a bassist gives this band some flexibility based on the openness and odd-metered cadences they project throughout these 25, largely brief and concise abstract excursions. The minimalist CD cover and lack of song titles printed on the sleeve--although I ...