Cohen's 2017 release "Cross My Palm With Silver" is a studio album that showcases his signature blend of jazz fusion, intricate bass work, and evocative melodies. The album features a diverse palette of sounds, incorporating influences from his personal travels and musical explorations.
- The album was recorded at Rainbow Studio in Oslo, Norway, a space known for its excellent acoustics and frequent use by ECM artists.
- "Cross My Palm With Silver" features Cohen on vocals and bass, accompanied by Nitai Hershkovits on keyboards and Amir Bar-On drums, with guest appearances from Yعran Tsorfaty and Abumuslim Veliliev.
- Upon its release, the album was met with critical acclaim, with many praising Cohen's continued innovation and the ensemble's tight, dynamic interplay.
Avishai Cohen is an Israeli bassist and composer, celebrated for his virtuosic playing and compositions that draw from jazz, classical, and Middle Eastern music. By 2017, he had established himself as a prominent figure in the contemporary jazz scene with a prolific discography on the ECM label.
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