Ivo Perelman, Nate Wooley, Matt Moran, Tom Rainey

Polish label Fundacja Słuchaj is thrilled to announce the release of "A Modicum Of Blues," an electrifying new album by five powerhouse improvisers: Ivo Perelman (tenor sax), Nate Wooley (trumpet), Matt Moran (vibraphone), Mark Helias (bass), and Tom Rainey (drums).

This recording captures the quintet in their purest element—live in the studio, free of plans or constraints, driven only by their joy of spontaneous creation. Renowned for his visionary approach, saxophonist Ivo Perelman assembles a dream team of collaborators, each bringing their signature flair to a session where the only rule is to follow the muse.

"A Modicum Of Blues" pays homage to the blues, one of America’s foundational genres—but true to Perelman's spirit, the music defies convention. Listeners will encounter vivid, expressive improvisations: from fierce, playful group explorations (“Part 1,” “Part 3,” “Part 4,” “Part 5”) to a dreamy, romantic interlude (“Part 2”). Melodic boundaries dissolve as the ensemble whirls through dynamic textures, collective spontaneity, and inventive soundscapes. Throughout, there is warmth, wit, and modernity—accessible yet uncompromising in its artistry.