Winter, Gesture, by Josh Semans

Winter, Gesture

by Josh Semans

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	1.	Winter Heart / Relentless Gesture 04:17
	2.	More Relentless Gestures 01:48
	3.	While the Stars Outside Shiver 02:28
	4.	Running (One Last Relentless Gesture) 04:26

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Hidden Notes Records present Semans' new four track EP 'Winter, Gesture' which sees Josh utilizing the seldom-heard ondes Martenot alongside piano, clarinet, guitars, drums and electronics to create unique compositions featuring all manner of textures.

The familiar comfort of Semans’ piano and ondes Martenot, laden with subtle electronics, is contrasted against bold, motorik, post-rock inspired outbursts in this genre-bending EP.

The EP also features guest appearances by pianist Simeon Walker, Ruby Lulham (aka Clariloops) on clarinet and drummer Steve Hanley.

On the making of 'Winter, Gesture', Josh writes; “As we were barricading ourselves in our houses, I found myself reaching out to people virtually in an effort to prevent creative isolation. I sent out sketches, ideas, and well-wishes to friends old and new. Ideas came back; kindling for the fire. Iterations began forming; the promise of warmth. “

Born out of months in isolation, these pieces also draw inspiration from Jackie Kay’s poem, 'Winter Heart', first featured in 'Darling: New and Selected Poems' and more recently in John Lewis-Stempel’s 'The Wood in Winter'.

The first track, 'Winter Heart / Relentless Gesture' was premiered on KEXP's Pacific Notions on November 14th.

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released December 3, 2021

Music - Josh Semans (with Simeon Walker, Ruby Lulham, and Steve Hanley)
Artwork - Jonathan Lamin

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