Wayne Horvitz - Live Forever, Vol. 1: The President: New York in the 80s (LP)

Dive into the vibrant and eclectic sounds of New York's 1980s avant-garde and free jazz scene with Wayne Horvitz's "Live Forever, Vol. 1: The President: New York in the 80s." Released on February 26, 2021, this album is a captivating collection of live performances and studio outtakes that showcase Horvitz's innovative approach to music. With a blend of genres and influences, including Balinese gamelan and Sundanese Kacapi, Horvitz's instrumental group, The President, delivers a unique and dynamic listening experience.

The album features 15 tracks, spanning a total of 1 hour and 20 minutes, recorded between 1987 and 1989. From the energetic live performances at iconic venues like CBGB's to the intimate studio sessions, each track offers a glimpse into the raw and creative energy of the time. Highlights include "This New Generation," a live track that captures the essence of the era, and "I Went to See the Doctor (Demo)," a studio outtake that reveals the band's experimental side.

Horvitz, a renowned composer and pianist, has crafted an album that is both a historical document and a testament to his enduring influence on the jazz world. "Live Forever, Vol. 1: The President: New York in the 80s" is a must-listen for fans of avant-garde and free jazz, offering a rare opportunity to experience the sounds of a bygone era through the lens of one of its most innovative artists.