Johnny Richards & Dave King - The New Awkward (2025) [Hi-Res]

"The New Awkward" is an album born from a completely improvised session between UK guitarist Johnny Richards and renowned US drummer Dave King (The Bad Plus). The record was captured in a single afternoon studio session, documenting the first time the two musicians had ever played together. The music on the album ranges from tense and noisy moments to delicate and melodic passages, showcasing the duo's wide dynamic and emotional range. The album is an exploration of spontaneous creation, with the two musicians finding a common language in real-time to create a unique and unpredictable sonic tapestry.

Tracklist:
1 Chance Would Be A Fine Thing
2 Sleepless In Settle
3 Memory Man
4 False Doors
5 The New Awkward
6 Gene Heard Wrong
7 Derpa Days
8 Darts
9 I Done It
10 Climbing On Mirrors