Arise Vinyle Or

Description

Originally released in 2017, Arise by Zara McFarlane represents a landmark moment in the Brownswood Recordings catalog. Just before the new generation of London jazz came into the international spotlight, Zara McFarlane was already carving her own path, blending jazz, soul, reggae, and Afro-Caribbean traditions with a confidence and clarity that remain striking nearly ten years later. Arise showcases the talent of an artist with a unique vision, creating a work that is as innovative and avant-garde today as it was upon its release. This album also marks a turning point in the career of Moses Boyd, who produced and co-composed it, while being Zara's long-time drummer and musical collaborator. Years before his nomination for the Mercury Prize, Boyd helped make Arise a deeply personal exploration of her heritage. The credits list is remarkable: Moses Boyd, Binker Golding, Shabaka Hutchings, Nathaniel Cross, Peter Edwards, and Shirley Tetteh all contributed to an album that reads today like a true pantheon of British jazz. Upon its release, Arise was critically acclaimed. The Guardian hailed it as "a masterpiece" for its exploration of Afro-Caribbean musical roots. As Brownswood celebrates its 20th anniversary, we are proud to reissue on vinyl one of the label's flagship albums, of which original copies are highly sought after. Pressed on limited edition gold vinyl, this special anniversary reissue celebrates both the artistic talent of Zara McFarlane and serves as a reminder of a record that was ahead of its time and whose influence still resonates today.