MATHIAS EICK: LULLABY

For Lullaby, Norwegian trumpeter Mathias Eick draws on the quartet formation in a programme that includes some of his most exploratory and improvisatory qualities, with a cast of ECM familiars Kristjan Randalu and Ole Morten Vågan on piano and bass, and new arrival Hans Hulbækmo on drums. There’s a sense of abandon within these melodic songs, as the musicians flow smoothly between harmonies, collectively building momentum from within the forms. Eick’s immediately recognizable and soothing tone is often confronted by Randalu’s in turns lyrical and energetic keyboard-flights, soaring above a propulsive, always engaging rhythm section. The album was recorded at Rainbow Studio in Oslo.

Featured Artists:

Mathias Eick Trumpet, Voice, Keyboard

Kristjan Randalu Piano

Ole Morten Vågan Double Bass

Hans Hulbækmo Drums

Recorded

January 2024, Rainbow Studio, Oslo

Original Release Date

14.02.2025