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Nik Bärtsch: The Community of Groove
Nik Bärtsch cuts an imposing figure on stage. He’s unmistakable with his soul patch, shaven head and black attire.…
“We thought it’s important that Ronin has a new statement,” said Nik Bärtsch of his band’s latest album, Spin. “The sound is differently produced, so it reflects more of who we are.”
Jan 13, 2026 2:03 PM
Nik Bärtsch cuts an imposing figure on stage. He’s unmistakable with his soul patch, shaven head and black attire.…
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At DownBeat, we have the pleasure of listening to hundreds of albums each month. Nope, that’s not an exaggeration.…
Pianist Keith Jarrett—along with bassist Gary Peacock and drummer Jack DeJohnette—released After The Fall (ECM) in March.
Sep 13, 2019 5:42 PM
As ECM Records wades deeper into its 49th year, the German imprint has maintained a stunning persistence of vision—in…
