Atlas Maior
Keyif (Atlas Maior, 2015)
American world fusion band Atlas Maior has released a 3-track EP titled Keyif. The recording features three oud and saxophone-fueled pieces inspired by jazz and Turkish music.
The lineup includes Charlie Lockwood on oud; Joshua Thomson on alto saxophone, flutes; Ted Camat on percussion; and Gary James on bass.
On Keyif, Atlas Maior deliver insistent jazz saxophone energy with a Middle Eastern flavor.
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Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
