Animus - 2023
Michael Hudson-Casanova
MHC’s first release on Passerine Records! The record features Gustavo Cortiñas on drums, Erik Skov on guitar, and special guest James Davis on trumpet. Inspired by the music of Paul Motian and beyond.
Animus (2023)
Michael Hudson-Casanova
Animus features Gustavo Cortiñas (dr), Erik Skov (gtr), and special guest James Davis (tpt).
This project is partially supported by an Individual Artist Program Grant from the City of Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.
This program is partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.
“Animus is an imaginative and cohesive work which demonstrates Hudson-Casanova's talents to the full. The saxophonist emerges as a mature composer, a democratic bandleader of this synergistic trio, as well as an innovative improviser. This is a recording which will stand the test of time.”
“Probing new sonic terrain, the saxophonist convenes two apt musical partners: guitarist Erik Skov and drummer Gustavo Cortiñas, with whom he provides pleasurable sonic moments in a bass-less trio format.”
“given some nice structure through the work on drums by Gustavo Cortinas Fouilloux! The work on the record has a slow-building, spacious vibe”.