'Blue Rock Thrush.' The title is inspired by the bird species common in East Asia, symbolizing Dierksen's aversion to rigid musical labels.

Uwe Dierksen, a versatile musician, defies easy categorization with his CD 'Blue Rock Thrush.' The title is inspired by the bird species common in East Asia, symbolizing Dierksen's aversion to rigid musical labels. The track 'Birdcrunch' incorporates bird sounds from Thailand, echoing the influence of ornithologists and composer Olivier Messiaen. Dierksen's music, described as a synthesis between contemporary pop and new music, defies pigeonholing. 'Blue Rock Thrush' features emotional intensity, rhythmic incisiveness, and metric sophistication, with frequent meter changes. Dierksen, accompanied by a skilled ensemble, explores modern musical architecture, creating compositions that evolve from simple structures to complex arrangements. The CD, originally recorded in 2009, has been reissued, showcasing Dierksen's commitment to adventurous listening and his unwavering desire for musical freedom and spontaneity.

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Label: Intuition

Genre: Jazz

Run Time: 53 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 06/03/16

UPC: 750447343221