The Light is Not Afraid

Patrick Shiroishi

Four acclaimed musicians/composers/ improvisors perfom 30 minutes solo sets.  
  
Brandon Seabrook is performing in support of his new solo album ‘Object on Unknown Function’ to be released on October 18 2024 on Pyroclastic Records.

Mark Dresser is performing in support of his new solo album ‘In the Shadow of a Mad King’ recently released on Tzadik Records.

Thollem McDonas will be playing selections off his two new ESP-Disk releases Infinite Sum Game (solo piano) and Worlds In A Life (solo electric sextet).

All ages

Angel City Jazz Fest: four experimental solo sets

Mark Dresser

Thollem McDonas

Brandon Seabrook

Gigs

Los Angeles

Art Share LA

**花園distance (Hanazono distance)**  
**rincs**  
**Plu**  
**Improv ensemble with Patrick Shiroishi, Marta Tiesenga & more**  
**DJ Privacy Settings**

Formed in 2009, this three-piece instrumental band consists of:

Keyboards: 岡田ぴサス (Okada Pisus)

Bass and Synthesizer: かじ (Kaji)

Drums: ミ兵chi (Hamachi)

The band fearlessly combines rhythms and phrases derived from the diverse tastes and sensibilities of its three members, creating a delicate balance of sounds that may or may not fit together.

They intentionally aim for this precarious equilibrium.

The pastoral piano melodies evoke a sense of familiarity reminiscent of fairy tales. In contrast, the psychedelic, swirling bass and synthesizer sounds rebel against this peace.

Meanwhile, the tricky drumming rolls up and down the staff, seemingly invading the melody lines.

This year marks their 15th anniversary, and they are releasing their third album, "Juugo" (Fifteen).

Patrick Shiroishi

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