1. CROSSROAD 2. 300 METERS 3. AROUND THE CORNER 4. INTERSECTION 5. ROUNDABOUT 6. JUNCTION 7. A TURN 8. CHEF GROOVE 9. NEARBY 10. RIGHT LANE 11. VOYAGE
Description:
"Walking Distance (Digipak)" is a CD release by trumpeter and composer Peter Somuah, presented in an elegant, collector-friendly digipak edition. The album showcases Somuah's warm, soulful tone and his ability to blend contemporary jazz with influences from African musical traditions and modern groove music. Listeners can expect expressive trumpet lines, subtle interplay with the band, and an acoustic sound that balances melodic accessibility with artistic depth. The digipak format underlines the artistic character of the production, offering a visually appealing package that protects the disc while conveying a premium feel.
Musically, "Walking Distance" moves between lyrical ballads, rhythmically driven pieces and atmospheric soundscapes. Somuah's trumpet is at the center, but the ensemble plays as a tight unit, with dynamic drums, deep bass lines and tasteful keys or guitar adding color and texture. The compositions leave room for improvisation without losing their clear structure, making the album suitable both for attentive listening and for relaxed enjoyment in the background. Careful recording and mixing highlight the natural sound of the instruments and give the album a warm, organic character.
Peter Somuah is regarded as one of the exciting younger voices on the European jazz scene. Known for his emotive playing and strong live presence, he has drawn attention at festivals and club stages with a style that combines jazz language, groove and roots in a personal way. His work reflects a generation of musicians who move confidently between genres, while remaining rooted in the expressive tradition of the trumpet. With releases like "Walking Distance" and his acclaimed concert appearances, he has established himself as a serious, forward-looking artist in contemporary jazz.
The CD is released on ACT, one of Europe's leading independent jazz and contemporary music labels. ACT is known for carefully curated productions that often spotlight innovative, distinctive voices in modern jazz. The label places great emphasis on high production quality, artistic freedom and aesthetically strong packaging, especially in formats such as digipak editions. Over the years, ACT has built a reputation for supporting artists with a clear musical identity and for releasing albums that stand out both musically and visually. With "Walking Distance (Digipak)", ACT once again underlines its role as a label that brings characterful, artist-driven jazz to an international audience.
Modern
32.382
- AcidJazz/DanceJazz 106- Avantgarde/Free 981- Bebop 109- Bossa Nova 341- Cool 75- Hard Bop 155- Jazz Rock/Fusion 747- Latin Jazz 1.000- Other Modern Jazz 27.401- PopJazz/SmoothJazz 796- World-&Ethno-Ja. 448
