Barend Tromp - Odd Time Concepts (2025) [Hi-Res]

In 2025, Barend Tromp released his third album, Odd Time Concepts, on Trey Gunn's 7D Media label. The release is notable for its bold rhythmic experimentation, with eleven tracks utilizing diverse and unconventional time signatures, including 13/16 and 21/8. The recording featured four drummers, including Pat Mastelotto, with Trey Gunn himself contributing a Warr guitar solo on the track "Madhuvanti." The album is characterized by its accessibility and groove despite its structural complexity, demonstrating Tromp's ability to create innovative, technically sophisticated, and emotionally resonant instrumental music.

Tracklist:
1-1 Barend Tromp - Sitharsis [5:06]
1-2 Barend Tromp - Gamelan Sepuluh [5:18]
1-3 Barend Tromp - Life Path 21 [4:30]
1-4 Barend Tromp - Heavy Slap [3:28]
1-5 Barend Tromp;Trey Gunn - Madhuvanti [3:22]
1-6 Barend Tromp - Baritone War [4:24]
1-7 Barend Tromp - Chromatron (Parts 1-3) [2:24]
1-8 Barend Tromp;Pat Mastelotto - Thirteen [4:36]
1-9 Barend Tromp - Access to the Sixth Dimension [4:35]
1-10 Barend Tromp - Pandrah Ka Yantra [5:53]
1-11 Barend Tromp - Chromatron (Pt. 4 - 5) [1:37]