The Corner of a Sphere (2018), by Alabaster dePlume

The Corner of a Sphere (2018)

by Alabaster dePlume

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remodernist Echoes of Current 93, Pulp, Leonard Cohen, even Dave Mathews. An ambitious jazzy blend 4.5 out of 5 Favorite track: They Put The Stars Far Away.

guska2 Alabaster DePlume occupies a very own space of music and he isn't afraid to invite his listeners in. Thank you for your hospitality!

cbward Mr. dePlume for Prime Minister - the world needs these warm words. Favorite track: Be Nice To People.

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Compact Disc (CD) + Digital Album
Double CD featuring 2018's acclaimed The Corner of a Sphere, and 'If In Doubt Yes: The Corner of a Sphere Live & Remixed'.

Developed at the Total Refreshment Centre East London, Alabaster's Lost Map Records debut was nominated for album of the year on Gilles Peterson Worldwide Awards, and described as:

“My album of the week” – Gilles Peterson, BBC 6Music
"Cosmic dreaminess cut with wry exasperation" – Q Magazine
"Skronk, ecstasy and keen-eyed observation" – MOJO
“jam packed with invention... is this man a genius?” – Verity Sharp BBC Radio 3

Bonus CD 'If In Doubt Yes: The Corner of a Sphere Live & remixed features live recordings from the legendary Peach #18 at the Total Refreshment Centre, studio session out-takes and remixes from Rozi Plain, Hiro Ama (Teleman) & Thomas Ragsdale.

Includes unlimited streaming of The Corner of a Sphere (2018) via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more. ... more

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We have repressed The Corner Of A Sphere on heavy weight black vinyl.

Includes unlimited streaming of The Corner Of A Sphere + If In Doubt Yes via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

Includes unlimited streaming of The Corner of a Sphere (2018) via the free Bandcamp app, plus high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more.

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1.	Is It Enough 04:05	buy track
2.	I Want A Red Car 03:43	buy track
3.	They Put The Stars Far Away 03:35	buy track
4.	What Do We Want 04:44	buy track
5.	Did You Ever Hear About The Mau Mau 03:38	buy track
6.	Be Nice To People 03:26	buy track
7.	Who Are You Asking For 03:35	buy track
8.	Not Counting Numbers Obviously 03:33	buy track
9.	The Winner 03:13	buy track
10.	There's Always More 06:17	buy track

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Alabaster's 4th album, themed around greed, division and unity.

“My album of the week” – Gilles Peterson, BBC 6Music
"Now is this man a genius?" – Verity Sharp, BBC R3
"Cosmic dreaminess cut with wry exasperation" – Q Magazine
"Skronk, ecstasy and keen-eyed observation" – MOJO

credits

released May 4, 2018

Produced by Danalogue and Capitol K at the Total Refreshment Centre
Released on Lost Map

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about

Alabaster dePlume London, UK

Working with International Anthem, based in Total Refreshment Centre, London.

Manchester-born, saxophonist & spoken word artist, composer producer & songwriter. Employs a live-development style using candid communication inclusion and enthusiasm.

Next LP Come With Fierce Grace out Sept 8th on International Anthem, accompanies 2022’s critically acclaimed GOLD ... more

shows

Jan 29

Fashing Jazzklubb

Stockholm, Sweden
Jan 30

Loppen

Copenhagen, Denmark
Jan 31

MUNCH (the Munch Museum)

Oslo, Norway
Feb 01

VoxHall

Aarhus, Denmark
Feb 02

Northern Winter Beat Festival

Aalborg, Denmark
Feb 03

Teater Momentum

Odense, Denmark
Feb 29

ZDB - Zé Dos Bois

Lisbon, Portugal
Mar 01

Salao Brazil

Coimbra, Portugal
Mar 02

Gnration

Braga, Portugal
Mar 07

Spazio ZUT!

Foligno, Italy
Mar 08

Sala Vanni

Florence, Italy
Mar 10

Teatro La Claque

Genoa, Italy

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