Gustafsson, Mats
The Vilnius Explosion
When saxophonist Mats Gustafsson, known for his Scandinavian free jazz with a punk rock edge, teams up with Lithuanian musicians Liudas Mockunas (saxophones and bass clarinet), Eugenijus Kanevicius (bass), and drummers Arkadijus Gotesmanas and Jarijus Aleksa, the result is explosive. Recorded live, the performance is intense, pushing boundaries with moments of raw power and delicate sensitivity. The interplay between Gustafsson and Mockunas is electric, backed by a rock-solid rhythm section led by Kanevicius. This isn't music for the faint-hearted - its dissonance and adventurous spirit demand attention, but rewards listeners who dive deep.