Migration

With Migration, we wanted to explore what it means to travel through sound. This album was a turning point for us, where we deepened the ideas from our debut and ventured further into uncharted territory. Drawing inspiration from the vibrant sounds of Africa, we blended them with our Nordic roots to create something unique and personal. This album also marked a shift in our lineup, with percussionist Victor Dybbroe joining us. His array of exotic instruments – wood, metal, glass, and skin – added new textures and brought an organic depth to our compositions. Paired with Mads Forsby’s rhythms, the result was a mix of deep grooves and ethereal soundscapes. At its heart, Migration is about interplay. The saxophones weave melodies that range from breezy and lyrical (Need a Light) to raw and funky (Pirates and Tankers), where Ethiopian grooves meet spiritual intensity. Tracks like Children’s Temple take this a step further, building from quiet lullabies into ritualistic dances before dissolving into ambient seas of sound. Migration represents a moment of growth for us – not just in sound, but in ambition. It’s a journey through cultures, emotions, and ideas, all while staying true to our original voice. Looking back, it feels like a blueprint for the directions we’ve explored ever since.

Released

October 24, 2011

Length

45:30