IVY
Dion Kerr’s latest release “Ivy” displays his unwavering talent as not only a producer and multi-instrumentalist, but a conceptual artist as well. Utilizing acoustic and electric elements, the album blends a wide range of influences and styles into a cohesive sound that expand the limitations of genre-bound music. There are hints from all of Dion’s eclectic influences found within these flowing groove-based instrumentals. Experimentation is an essential component in Dion’s process and it is represented here in vivid fluidity.
Dion composed, arranged, recorded and mixed the album while allowing space for guest appearances by other incredible musicians (Jeff Parker, Bubby Lewis, Adam O’Farrill). All of this comes together to form a remarkable sonic artifact that is simultaneously current and timeless.
Featuring:
Dion Kerr - Electric Bass, Contrabass, Electric Guitars, Nylon String Guitar, Piano/Keys, Drums, Percussion, Samples, Flute, Arrangements Featuring:
Adam O’Farrill - Trumpet (Track 1)
Jeff Parker - Guitar (Track 2)
Bubby Lewis - Bass (Track 4)
Steve Pardo - Saxophones, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Flute, Samples (Track 4)
Raia Davies - Ambient Guitars, Tape Machine (Track 4)
Paul Bedal - Synths (Tracks 6,8)
Sam Yulsman - Keyboards, Electronics (Track 7)
Music Composed by Dion Kerr
Recorded, Produced and Mixed by Dion Kerr
Mastered by Luke Moellman
Design by Chanel Kim
Cover Portrait by Andrew S Kerr