Andreas Hourdakis

Andreas Hourdakis – Report to Keftiu (2024)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/48 kHz | Time – 49:31 minutes | 578 MB | Genre: Contemporary Jazz, Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Jazz by Bolero

Andreas’ dedication to his craft, ability to seamlessly blend traditional melodies with jazz finesse, and unwavering connection with his audience have cemented his status as a trailblazer and maestro of connection. His music, resonating across the globe, is a force to be reckoned with, a fusion of tradition and rebellion that redefines the boundaries of jazz.

“One of the most distinctive guitar voices in European jazz” (Rob Mallows, London Jazz News)

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Andreas Hourdakis – Underworld (2020)
FLAC (tracks) 24 bit/44,1 kHz | Time – 52:07 minutes | 575 MB | Genre: Jazz
Studio Masters, Official Digital Download | Front Cover | © Bolero Recordings

Known mainly in the UK anyway for his contrasting much more prog-jazz work playing with Magnus Öström check ‘Craftsman’ by Andreas Hourdakis here in relaxed “modern mainstream” guitar trio formation (guitar/double bass/drums), a slight “swinging” lilt to the detailed and extensive piece, the improvisational arc containing plenty of drama. The piece keeps you guessing. The guitarist’s timbral dexterity adds, dare I say, twanging character.

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