Empirical - (PRESALE 9/4/26) Like Lambs: To The Slaughter (DIGIPAK CD) | NEW
Empirical - (PRESALE 9/4/26) Like Lambs: To The Slaughter (DIGIPAK CD) | NEW
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Artist: Empirical
Title: Like Lambs: To The Slaughter
Genre: Jazz
Label: Whirlwind Recordings
Empirical return with their second release on Whirlwind Recordings with a warning for our troubled times: their forebodingly titled eighth album, Like Lambs: To The Slaughter. Following vibraphonist and long-standing member Lewis Wright's move to the USA, the award-winning UK jazz ensemble, featuring Nathaniel Facey on alto saxophone, Tom Farmer on double bass and Shaney Forbes on drums, have embraced a more flexible lineup. The trio enlist high-caliber guest artists to expand their sound, with long-time collaborators Ivo Neame on piano and David Preston on guitar lending their distinctive musical voices to the album.
A radical reworking of drummer Shaney Forbes' unconventional long-form suite, first issued as a self-released EP, the album unfolds as an uninterrupted 51-minute musical story. It draws the listener into an irresistible maelstrom of changing emotional states, reaching its unsettling fever-pitch peak in the title segment of the suite. With this album Empirical have created an astounding and formally cohesive new articulation of their unique sonic world, made possible by their exceptional virtuosity and musical empathy and their daring emotional expressiveness. A standout release even by Empirical's high standards.
The album traverses the musical terrain between contemporary classical music, soundscape, post-bop and free jazz.
Empirical's 'Like Lambs: To The Slaughter' is a compelling jazz album that showcases the band's innovative sound and intricate compositions. Released under Whirlwind Recordings, this CD is a must-have for jazz enthusiasts looking for fresh and engaging music.
Highlights
- Innovative jazz compositions
- Released by Whirlwind Recordings
- Features a talented ensemble
- Perfect for jazz enthusiasts
Format Details
- Label: Whirlwind Recordings
- Genre: Jazz
- Format: CD
- Condition: NEW
- Format: CD
- Genre: JAZZ
- Label: Whirlwind Recordings
- Catalog Number: CD-WWR-4854
- Format Type: CD
- Released: 09/04/2026
Condition Ratings & Details
Condition Ratings & Details
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Condition Ratings
- MINT (M): Perfect, brand new, unplayed.
- Near Mint (NM): Like new, barely played, will play perfectly.
- Excellent (EX): Very close to near mint, with minor cosmetic wear. Will play perfectly.
- Very Good Plus (VG+): Light cosmetic blemishes that do not affect play. Close to perfect playback.
- Very Good (VG): Some light marks that may cause minor noise during playback. Still enjoyable and plays well.
- Good Plus (G+): Noticeable noise during playback. Only listed if of collector value. Not ideal for listening.
Sleeve Details
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- PHOTOS NOT ACTUAL: The photo is sourced from the web and may differ slightly from the actual item.
