9th November 2020: Harish Raghavan’s ‘Calls For Action’ one year on – press highlights include Jazz Journal, Sussex Jazz and more

Bassist Harish Raghavan released his debut album Calls For Action to critical acclaim this time last year. The album features a lineup of some of the finest up-and-coming players from the New York scene. Joining Harish are Joel Ross on vibraphone, pianist Micah Thomas (who appears elsewhere on Whirlwind on In Common 2), Kweku Sumbry on drums and recent Blue Note debutant Immanuel Wilkins on alto saxophone.

The album is a bristling, exploration of a strong group dynamic. The full album is out on 2x 12″ LP 180g Limited Edition Vinyl, CD & DL: here.

Below are recent press highlights for the album.

“Bristling with spontaneity and played with unmistakable conviction, Calls For Action is an assured statement by a young artist in the ascendant.”

Jazz Journal (full review)

“Calls For Action is a stately triumph of deep bass, shimmering vibes and clear-toned sax developing into a dizzyingly virtuosic ensemble.”

Sussex Jazz Magazine (full review)

“Raghavan’s music produces an indomitable energy.”

JazzTrail (live review)

“The tunes have a knotty, immersive feel and there is a strong pulse and sense of narrative throughout.”

Marlbank (full review)