samsara (2024)
Track Listing:
1. Samsara I
2. Samsara II
3. Samsara III
4. Samsara IV
5. Samsara V
6. Samsara VI
7. Samsara VII
8.Samsara VIII
Personnel:
John Zorn: Alto Sax
Bill Laswell: Bass
Mick Harris: Beats, Electronics
Production:
drums recorded February 2024 at the Lad's Old Room, Birmingham, England by Mick Harris
sax and bass recorded March 2024 at Orange Studio, East Orange, New Jersey by James Dellatacoma
Mixed April 2024 by James Dellatacoma
Mastered by Scott Hull
Created by Painkiller (Zorn, Laswell, Harris)
Photos by John Zorn
Designed by Chippy (Heung-Heung Chin) via Tomoyo T.I. (KARATH=RAZAR)
Special Thanks to James Dellatacoma, Brian Marsalla, Scott Hull, Ashley Mortimer, Metropolitan Museum of Art and Brooklyn Botanical Garden
TZADIK Blurb
Originally formed in 1991, PainKiller is a legendary trio that forged a completely unique language blending jazz, metal, grindcore, ambient, dub, and so much more. Recording again for the first time in over a quarter century, these three master musicians have come up with an intense new musical direction. Mick Harris, performing on his trademark electronics, has created a rich tapestry of beats and sounds that have inspired Laswell and Zorn to some exciting new heights. Samsara presents three old friends exploring some bold new sounds.
Series: Archival Series
Catalogue Number: TZ9316
Release Date: November 29, 2024