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Life out Here

by Joey Stempien

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1.
The North Zephyr 06:18
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2.
Idyllic Life 04:59
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3.
Liminality 05:23
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4.
South Shore 07:01
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5.
Life out Here (Deluxe Edition) 08:20
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Joey Stempien's debut EP represents his maiden voyage into the world of big band jazz composition and leadership. Steering an innovative, expansive jazz collective, Stempien and producer Emile Hamwey guide a group of over twenty young musicians through his initial forays into contemporary jazz exploration.

In this musical journey, Stempien creates a diverse sonic landscape inspired by a wide range of musical experiences. The opening track, "The North Zephyr," and the titular finale, "Life out Here," seamlessly blend elements from progressive fusion, Latin, and funk genres. These tracks provide a stark contrast to the more traditional stylings found in "Liminality" and "Idyllic Life." Yet, regardless of the diverse influences at play, what unifies "Life out Here" is Stempien's visceral, harmonious yet emotionally-charged artistic voice.

The resulting music showcases Stempien's talent for blending disparate elements into a cohesive and engaging experience that defies easy categorization.

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released January 17, 2023

Carter Bowman - alto saxophone (tracks 2, 3, 5), baritone saxophone (tracks 1, 4)
Sadie Oldfield - alto saxophone (tracks 1, 2, 3, 5), soprano saxophone (track 4)
Adam Comstock - alto saxophone (tracks 1, 4)
Josh Daniels - alto saxophone
Kurt Krakovsky - tenor saxophone
Emile Hamwey - tenor saxophone (tracks 1, 5)
Matt Bradley - tenor saxophone
Ben Kevelson - baritone saxophone (tracks 2, 3, 5)

Millie Hawkins - trumpet
Felix Schneider - trumpet (tracks 1, 4)
Israel Stone - trumpet (track 1)
Donald Smith - trumpet (tracks 1, 2, 4), flugelhorn (track 4)
Ross Simeral - trumpet
Mikey George - trumpet (tracks 2, 3, 4, 5), trombone (track 1)

Tyler Jenkins - flugelhorn (track 2)
Justin Schoeneck - trombone (track 5)

Nate Levas - trombone
Dan Atkinson - trombone (tracks 2, 3, 5)
Darren Brady - trombone (tracks 2, 3, 5)
Aaron Hartt - trombone (tracks 1, 4)
Jeffrey Xue - trombone (tracks 2, 3, 5)
Angel Paz - bass trombone

Will Anderson - guitar
Joey Stempien - piano
Joey Willenbucher - bass
Jack Kelly - drums

Produced by Emile Hamwey and Joey Stempien
Recorded in Rettner Hall and Gavett Hall, University of Rochester

Audio Engineering by Emile Hamwey, Zack Uchima and Joey Willenbucher

Mixing and Mastering by Zack Uchima

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Joey Stempien Rochester, New York

Joey Stempien hails from Rochester, NY, where he has established himself as a promising young figure in the realm of jazz composition and arrangement.
His compositions are characterized by visceral and emotive melody, as well as unique approaches to ensemble scoring. These compositions are now part of the repertoire of professional ensembles throughout the United States. ... more

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