The keyboard, bass and drums trio format needs to have
something special in the mix to give it its’ own character and charisma. Zeitgeist have managed to infuse their
trio sound with colour and flavour not always familiar with that format to create
something invigorating and intelligent. Essentially formed at Leeds College of
Music in 2011, the band have recently played a number of dates across the
country in Leeds, Manchester, Bath, Bristol, Leamington and Lancaster. At the moment two tracks are available to
stream via their website, “Mosaic” and “Plancks”. “Mosaic” seems to
effortlessly blend the pulse of minimalism with the sprightliness of a well-rehearsed,
tight trio. Moods shift and mutate throughout its’ duration with ease and
efficiency. “Plancks” has an underlying tension and mystery about its structure,
which almost gives the impression of it being a narrative to some fiendishly illicit
intrigue. Leeds has a reputation for producing jazz that acknowledges many
other genres including its rich DIY culture. Zeitgeist are upholding that tradition and taking it to new levels,
which bode well for the forthcoming album release.
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