RHYTHMS OF OUR MEMORY
NEW DIRECTIONS IN AFRO MUSIC / Volume 3
2015 Remastered Version
This second collection of Franck Biyong's material is a challenging compilation of his most adventurous music to date, with limited commercial potential needless to say. But who really cares about that? Actually, you shouldn't.
Based on the first ever official celebration of the abolition of Slavery in France that took place 9 years ago, this music dives deeper into a dark night of the soul state of mind and moves from free-form Afro Funk to lyrical tone poems.
The highlight tracks include fine orchestrations combined with the spirit of outer space improvised music. These rhythms of our memory pay homage to a long time oral tradition: continuity and spontaneity.
Produced & Arranged by FB
Remastering: Benjamin Lafont & FB
BLACK JACOBINS & THE VOODOO FLAG
THE RISE AND FALL, -15/+5 EXODUS,
ALEXANDROME, SI ON, ATON GOLDEN RA
Tenor, Soprano sax: Nicolas Baudino
Alto Sax: Sébastien Buchholz
Trumpet: Marc Borlet-Hote
Baritone sax: Conick
Trombone: Jean Fred Erbetta
Keyboards: Loïc Da Silva
Bass: Bruno Jean-Angèle
Drums: Auguste Manly
Percussion: Thierry Tauliaut
Conductor, Guitar: FB
A unique Sun Ra live recording of the mid 1960's, ranging from classic Ancient-Egyptian inspired big band arrangements to lengthy free form pieces and pioneering a stunning use of electronic keyboards Franck Biyong
Rare pre-Woodstock live recording of the "Santana I" classic line-up showcasing the elements that made the band legendary: African drumming, Psychedelic organ and screeching but bluesy guitar lines Franck Biyong