Anders Ahlén Unit

*2024 stock. 300 copies limited edition*  the music on Lines and Dots is subtle yet tough, sinewy and risky in all the right ways. Splitting the difference between free jazz and post bop, Ahlén and his crew manage to sound distinctive...these fellows play like cagey, seasoned veterans; necessarily because of the way Ahlén's music balances composition and free improvisation...Filled with fresh, fascinating sounds, Lines and Dots is an impressive debut!”
4.5 stars out of 5 /Dave Wayne, Allaboutjazz (US)

“Influences from the 1960s and 1970s can be discerned. Albert Ayler, Don Cherry, Eric Dolphy, Sunny Murray. Mega strong debut” /Lira Musikmagasin (SE)

“With reference to American forebears of the ‘60s and ‘70s in the writing and arrangements, Ahlén and company still present a bitingly original group sound that will hopefully continue to be refined. For now, Lines and Dots exemplifies five voices to watch on the European stage.”
“…with material as surefooted as that which is presented here, it’s no doubt he’ll become more recognized.”
/Clifford Allen (US)