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The J Rowe / Jordan Schug Sextet performs all original compositions, written by Rowe & Schug. The ambitious arrangements explore the mostly untapped vein of British progressive jazz groups of the early 70s such as Soft Machine and Ian Carr’s Nucleus while staying firmly rooted in the classic sounds of Detroit heroes Marcus Belgrave, Larry, Nazaro, Roy Brooks and Lyman Woodard to name a few.
Being that the co/leaders of the group are the rhythm section (Rowe on Drums, Schug on double bass) the compositions rely heavily on their navigation. Having equal sonic space divided between the percussion and drum kit give the group a very strong, driving, rhythmic pulse, a sound often associated with Latin music and in some areas of rock / jazz fusion groups. Along with the Trumpet and the Saxophone, many parts of their compositions feature Mellotron. This unique installment dynamically adds an extra texture to live performances.
The Sextet has only been together since winter of 2022/2023 but, have already wrapped up recording their debut album MISSANT, with producer/engineer, Warren Defever (of His Name Is Alive fame) here in Detroit. MISSANT will be released in the Fall/Winter of 2024.