The third CD from Zorns most dangerous new instrumental ensemble is inspired by the work and thought of Swedish playwright, poet, painter, philosopher, novelist, alchemist and occultist August Strindberg, whose dark brooding visions were a precursor to expressionism, surrealism and more. Featuring the long form composition Inferno, named after one of Srindbergs most startling texts, the music touches upon metal, jazz, minimalism, atonality, ambient and more. White hot burning intensity from the mind of downtown NYs eternally youthful hell-raiser performed by a virtuoso trio forged from the worlds of jazz and metal. (bron: Tzadik)
"This latest effort from John Zorn?s organ-metal trio Simulacrum features 2 long tracks, "Immanence" showcasing guitarist Bill Frisell and the title track as a vehicle for Zorn himself. Simulacrum consists of John Medeski on organ and technical-metal wizards Kenny Grohowski and Matt Hollenberg on drums and electric guitar, respectively. "Immanence" keeps with the general Simulacrum style: complex riffing and runs are punctuated by chaotic breaks and softer interludes. Even in the more energetic passages where Frisell employs distortion, he maintains a distinct spikiness harkening to jazz and rock rather than extreme metal. "Spinoza" begins with Zorn?s signature disjointed lines, including a long, piercing high-pitched blast, joined by heaviness from the trio. The track is a vehicle for soloing, with Zorn, Medeski, and Hollenberg trading leads. When the tempo slows, Zorn?s playing remains edgy. "Spinoza" shines when Zorn relents a bit and engages in a soaring solo over a pounding metal riff." (Avantmusicnews)|
"At first blush, the aspect of "Beyond Good and Evil" that jumped out at me is its overall recording quality and clarity. Some of the Simulacrum studio albums have a slightly muddy mix that hides the details of Medeski’s and Hollenberg’s contributions. But here you can easily follow the lines of both." (Avant Music News)
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