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In Another Lifetime

by Swift

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Paraphernalia 05:17
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Nem Al Talvez 04:09
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The Long March 06:43
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Rhythm-A-Ning 03:54
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Makes a prison 06:10
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Freedom Jazz Dance 05:15
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This Night 05:09
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Bobok 05:16
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‘In Another Lifetime’ has been 40 years in the making. Brendan, Hugh, Larry, and John formed Swift in 1976. Stylistic diversity has always characterised Swift’s music; radical shifts occurring in the same piece, each composition different to the last. With John Sanderson on saxes and flute, SWIFT was selected as the ‘Greater London Arts Association’s Young Jazz Musicians, 1977,’ and for two years played extensively in London, with occasional tours to Holland, the rest of the UK, and Ireland. Recording opportunities were limited and in 1979, the band went out on a high, supporting John McLaughlin at the Rainbow Theatre, London, (this time with Pete Thomas on saxes).
In June 2020, trumpeter, Dr Linley Hamilton acquired copies of SWIFT demos from that other lifetime, and began playing them on his show, ‘Jazz World’ on BBC Radio Ulster. Linley’s enthusiasm revitalised the band and in the midst of a pandemic, Swift began to record remotely with Larry overseeing the programming. Additional musicians were needed. Not only did Linley step up, three of Europe’s finest horn players also offered their services: Michael Buckley, Frank Mead, and Derek O’Connor, while Katherine and Jennifer O’Neill of INDIAN QUEENS provided backing vocals. By July 2022, the album was complete. The band feels it was worth the wait; we hope you agree.

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released September 16, 2022

Thanks to: Ed Woods (Mastering); Larry Dundas (Programming & mixing); Mal O’Brien, Michael Buckley, Richie Winn, (External Recording); Jennifer O’Neill (Artwork & Sleeve design); Krystyna Jezewska & Maggie O’Neill (Photography); Tony Wheatley (Distribution); Linley Hamilton & David Craigie (Broadcasting); Roy Paterson, RIP, & Chris Jenkins (Ancient Managers); Geoff Dundas (Transport). Special thanks to: All the fine musicians who guested on the album, especially Linley Hamilton who got the show on the road.
Produced by SWIFT at Low Road Studio, London

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Dynamic award-winning jazz-fusion band, based in London, from 1976-1979.
Selected as the London'sYoung Jazz Musicians, 1977. Two years' promotional and financial support enabled extensive performance in the UK & Europe. Final gig was at The Rainbow, London supporting John McLaughlin. Fast-forward to 2020: Linley Hamilton plays old recordings on BBC Jazzworld. Prompts band to reform and record. ... more

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