"SulaMadiana" is a captivating collaboration between French jazz virtuoso Mino Cinelu and Norwegian trumpeter Nils Petter Molvær, released under the Modern Recordings label in 2020. This 14-track album, spanning 50 minutes, is a vibrant fusion of contemporary jazz, showcasing the unique chemistry between the two artists.
Mino Cinelu, renowned for his work with jazz legend Miles Davis, brings his exceptional percussion skills to the forefront, while Nils Petter Molvær's distinctive trumpet work adds a haunting, atmospheric quality to the music. The album's title is a creative blend of the Norwegian island of Sula and a popular synonym for the French Caribbean island of Martinique, reflecting the diverse cultural influences that shape the album's sound.
"SulaMadiana" is a journey through a variety of moods and styles, from the upbeat and rhythmic "Le monde qui change" and "New York Stroll" to the more introspective and dreamy "Theories of Dreaming" and "Rose of Jericho." The album also pays tribute to jazz greats like Manu Dibango, Jimmy Cobb, and Tony Allen with tracks like "SulaMadiana - For Manu Dibango," "Tambou Madiana - For Jimmy Cobb," and "Song for Julle - For Tony Allen."
Each track is a testament to the musicians' virtuosity and their ability to blend different genres and influences into a cohesive and engaging whole. Whether you're a jazz aficionado or simply appreciate innovative and imaginative music, "SulaMadiana" is an album that promises to captivate and inspire.
