2nd July 2019: The debut album from bassist and composer Harish Raghavan – ‘Calls For Action’ – 8th November 2019 – CD / DL / LP

“Mr. Raghavan is one of the most exciting young bassists in jazz.”- The New York Times

Whirlwind is delighted to announce the debut album from bassist and composer Harish Raghavan, known for being one of the most in-demand bassists in the world and long-time member of Ambrose Akinmusire’s bands, with other collaborations including Walter Smith III, Kurt Elling, Taylor Eigsti, Vijay Iyer, Eric Harland, Logan Richardson and Charles Lloyd.

The album will be availabe on CD / DL / 180 gram double vinyl in gatefold artwork on NOV 8 of this year.  Calls for Action features an entirely new program of music penned by Raghavan and a standout band comprised of New York’s finest up and coming players. The album was produced by longtime musical associate Walter Smith III.

“‘Calls for Action’ is a culmination of a year’s development with this band, which enabled us to explore the music to develop a strong cohesiveness⁠— the process also greatly aided in my development as a composer.   The pieces range from reflections of key moments, to people who’ve had a profound impact on my life, while others are calls to ignite action.”
– Harish Raghavan

Harish Raghavan – double bass
Joel Ross – vibraphone
Kweku Sumbry – drums
Micah Thomas – piano
Immanuel Wilkins – alto saxophone