Jeff Swanson and Case-fitter Announce New Album Fathoms on BACE Records—Share First Single, "Gaussian”

Chicago-based Guitarist/Composer, Jeff Swanson, continues to focus the energies of his ambitious Case-fitter project on his second recording as a leader, Fathoms. Available on CD and digital album from BACE Records on February 28th, 2020, Swanson's ten original compositions enchant listeners with their unique voice and textural approach. The album features Paul Bedal on keyboards, Matt Ulery on electric bass, Greg Artry on Drums and percussion with Dustin Laurenzi on Tenor Saxophone and Greg Ward on Alto Saxophone. Fathoms creates a fresh boundless sound that seamlessly incorporates the worlds of jazz, rock, electronic music and chamber ensembles. A sum of its parts, the band flawlessly breathes life into Swanson's compositions on this dynamic recording date featuring some of Chicago's most unique and engaging musicians.

The first track on Fathoms is a tribute to close friend and collaborator, Juan Pastor. "Gaussian" takes influence from Peruvian Festejo rhythms while maintaining Swanson's compositional storytelling and heavily electric sound. The listener is taken on a journey as the odd phrasing and sway of the beginning melodies transition into an open section where the composer enters into a fiery dialog of back and forth with the rhythm section. Available on all streaming services now.

“Swanson excels as a bandleader, composer and performer." –Chicago Jazz Magazine

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