Jaga Jazzist The Stix (20th Anniversary Edition) 2LP (Orange & Red Translucent Vinyl)

The Stix by Jaga Jazzist gets the 20th anniversary reissue treatment on cult British independent Ninja Tune. Originally released in 2003 by the legendary Norwegian eight-piece, this 2LP edition arrives on deluxe orange & red translucent vinyl. Jaga Jazzist have been a beacon for musical fusion and hybridity for nearly 30 years, each of their albums characterized by a curious, experimental spirit and an insatiable desire to evolve and innovate. The Stix sashays through post-rock, jazz, psychedelia and IDM/dance influences. Breathless and exhilarating.

Once again, Jaga Jazzist have proven that the European jazz identity is a highly individualistic one and reflects different musical considerations in regard to mood, texture, and communication and a powerful set of dynamic perceptions to stand outside everything of concern and makes it human, warm, and vibrant - all of our musically racist notions about Scandinavia are blown to bits here over and again. This music is compelling, hip, groundbreaking, and stunningly, achingly beautiful as well as challenging. The Stix needs top be recognized as one of the finest jazz records of 2003. Period.