Pat Metheny Unity Group's new album Kin (←→) is out now! Here's what the critics are saying:
‘These pieces are closer to the romantically inclined, soaring melodicism of the Pat Metheny Group, yet retaining the energy of the Unity Band. It’s a craft duality that makes for this album’s appeal from an artist whose musical curiosity remains undiminished as he approaches his 60th birthday.’ (**** Jazzwise)
‘The album takes guitar-led improvisation to new aesthetic, Metheny’s eloquent guitar etching a kaleidoscope of sonic hues.’ (**** MOJO)
‘For guitarists every new Pat Metheny album is a major event, but the shock-haired American has outdone himself with this one.’ (**** London Evening Standard)
‘The arrangements and recording are immaculate. In modern jazz terms, a masterclass.’ (**** Q Magazine)
‘By adding Guilio Carmassi to his current quartet, Metheny has brought lush colour to a band that gloried in tight, telepathic interplay. For latecomers to Metheny’s wide oeuvre, the Unity Group is a great place to start.’ (**** BBC Music Magazine)
‘A set of twist-and-turn, genre-crossing sagas themed on notions of kin.’ (**** Financial Times)
‘Astonishing. Another envelope-pushing opus from a pathfinding musician whose talent doesn’t recognize boundaries.’ (**** Record Collector Magazine)
‘Another winner.’ (**** Hi-Fi News)
Order your copy here and book tickets to the band's June shows.
