Mindset by Necks, released 24 September 2021.
This version of Mindset comes as a 1xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. -
Vinyl LP pressing. Mindset is the 11th album by Australian improvised music trio The Necks first released on the Fish of Milk label in 2011 in Australia and on the ReR label internationally. Mindset consists of two contrasting pieces titled "Rum Jungle" and "Daylights", the former propulsive and jangling and the latter more ambient in nature.
"Mindset" is an LP by the Australian trio The Necks, released on vinyl by the independent label Rer. This album captures the band's distinctive approach to long-form improvisation: slowly evolving soundscapes built from piano, bass and drums that blur the lines between jazz, minimalism and ambient music. Across its extended pieces, "Mindset" unfolds with a hypnotic intensity, moving from delicate, almost meditative passages to dense, shimmering layers of rhythm and texture. Each spin reveals new details in the interplay between the musicians, making the LP a work that rewards deep, repeated listening. For listeners who appreciate immersive, exploratory music that creates its own sense of time, this record is a compelling statement of The Necks' mature sound.
Over the years, The Necks have earned an international reputation as one of the most innovative ensembles in contemporary improvised music. Their albums and marathon live performances have been widely praised for their patience, subtlety and emotional impact, leading to a devoted following far beyond the traditional jazz audience. Known for transforming minimal material into vast, evolving structures, they have become a reference point for fans of experimental, post-jazz and ambient sound worlds.
The LP format suits "Mindset" perfectly: the physical break between sides underlines the album's large-scale architecture and invites listeners to engage with each piece as a distinct journey. The warm, detailed sound of vinyl emphasizes the organic nuance of the trio's playing, from the resonance of the piano to the grain of the bowed and plucked bass and the fine gradations of the drums and cymbals.
Rer is an independent label specialized in adventurous and unconventional music, with a long-standing commitment to artists who explore the edges of rock, jazz, experimental and contemporary composition. Known for carefully curated releases, detailed packaging and a strong artist-first philosophy, Rer has built a catalog that serves as a home for musicians who value creative freedom over commercial formulas. The release of "Mindset" on Rer places the album in a context of bold, exploratory work and underlines its status as a significant entry in The Necks' discography.
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