Roil
Raft Of The Meadows
Roil's 'Raft Of The Meadows' showcases the trio's collective, free-flowing improvisation, with all tracks credited equally. Pianist Chris Abrahams (also of The Necks), drummer James Waples, and bassist Mike Majkowski engage in conversational interplay, blending traditional pitch and tonality with inspired sound placement. Highlights include 'Life Event Kit,' where Abrahams' fast piano contrasts with Waples' slow rhythmic pulses, and 'Bone Collar,' where Majkowski's bass anchors the group. Abrahams often mixes melodic runs with minimalist, evolving patterns.