This 1990 release from the Austrian trumpeter captures Koglmann in a lean, post-bop setting, a departure from his larger ensemble work. The quintet features a tight rhythm section and a focus on Koglmann's distinctive compositional voice.
- The album was recorded in Switzerland at Soundville Studios, Lucerne, with Koglmann's longtime collaborator, Peter Frei, as engineer.
- The release was part of hat ART's extensive catalog of contemporary European jazz, a label known for its commitment to avant-garde and established artists.
- The quintet on "A White Line" featured pianist Richie Beirach, bassist Eddie Gomez, drummer Bill Elgart, and saxophonist Gary Bartz.
Franz Koglmann is a Vienna-based Austrian jazz trumpeter and composer, known for his work in cool jazz and free jazz. In 1990, he was an established figure in European jazz, having released numerous recordings since the late 1960s.
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