1. WAVES UPON WAVES 2. AS YOU ARE BUT NOT AS YOU WERE 3. CHIMERA 4. BETWEEN WORLDS 5. RECURRENT 6. DRIFT 7. ONLY HERE AND NOWHERE ELSE 8. IT STAYS WITH YOU 1. WAVES UPON WAVES 2. AS YOU ARE BUT NOT AS YOU WERE 3. CHIMERA 4. BETWEEN WORLDS 5. RECURRENT 6. DRIFT 7. ONLY HERE AND NOWHERE ELSE 8. IT STAYS WITH YOU
Description:
"Somni" is an audio CD by the innovative collective Snarky Puppy, released on the independent label Ground Up Music LLC. The album presents the band's distinctive blend of modern jazz, fusion, funk, and world-music influences, characterized by rich harmonies, intricate arrangements, and deeply grooving rhythms. Each track unfolds like a soundscape, moving from intimate, atmospheric passages to powerful, ensemble-wide climaxes, showcasing both compositional sophistication and improvisational freedom. The production emphasizes warmth and clarity, allowing the detailed interplay between rhythm section, horns, and keyboards to shine, while maintaining the organic, almost live energy for which Snarky Puppy is known. "Somni" is ideal for listeners who appreciate musically demanding yet accessible instrumental music that rewards both focused listening and relaxed enjoyment.
Snarky Puppy is a Grammy-winning collective founded by bassist and composer Michael League. Known for their fluid lineup of top-tier musicians, the band has gained international recognition for their genre-crossing albums and high-energy live performances. They became widely known through projects that blurred the line between studio and stage recordings, and they have received multiple awards for their inventive arrangements and virtuosic playing. Over the years, Snarky Puppy has built a loyal global fanbase and is considered one of the most influential ensembles in contemporary jazz and fusion, frequently headlining major festivals and collaborating with renowned artists from different musical traditions.
Ground Up Music LLC is an independent label closely associated with Snarky Puppy and related projects. Founded to give artists greater creative freedom and control over their work, Ground Up focuses on high-quality, musically ambitious productions that often sit between genres. The label has built a reputation among discerning listeners for its carefully curated catalog, strong emphasis on musicianship, and audiophile-level recording standards. With releases that span modern jazz, fusion, and progressive styles, Ground Up Music LLC has established itself as a home for artists who value artistic integrity and long-term artistic development over short-lived trends.
This CD edition of "Somni" is aimed at collectors and fans who appreciate having a physical artifact: the disc format offers reliable sound quality and the possibility of accompanying artwork, liner notes, and credits that provide deeper insight into the music and the musicians behind it. As part of the Ground Up Music catalog, "Somni" fits seamlessly into a body of work recognized for its creativity, technical excellence, and emotional depth.
