Hwang, Jason Kao
Mulatta Records, 2025, CD
Instrument: Violin
Issue: 31.3
Jazz Ruler Type: Fusion
Performance: 4
Sound: 3
Score: 81
O’s Notes: Composer, conductor Jason Kao Hwang leads an improvisational string orchestra for his latest album, a reflection of the current moods in America. They open with the suspense of “The Collapse of Gravity” followed by “Spin Fast and Burn”. Those two tracks sounded like the destruction of our democracy! However, Hwang’s intent on Myths of Origin is to describe the hysterics and insanity of what’s going on regarding Asian immigrants. It’s crazy in both cases. The band is spontaneous but well-coordinated. “Dust Gathers Around Sleep”, “Landmarks Vanish” and “Never Forgotten” are among the best selections.
Publicist: Jazz Promo Services
