The Leif-Det er en egen lomme
The Leif bring an exciting new fold of jazz rock with their music. The trio from Norway have their own unique way of representing their experiences. This has some really cool licks, textural executions and a style that can be captured as their own. Their latest album is called Det er en egen lomme, and is a tale in itself through the medium of melody. It can become much more than it seems. Magnus Tenge, Per Oddvar Johansen and Tellef Øgrim are the powerhouse behind the music here. They create a ripple which begins smooth, inocous in nature. Yet, they are professional storytellers wielding instruments. They will know what lengths to take the execution. The opening single is called Einn til sjӧ. It sets the pace for what they are going to create, yet is just a prologue. Like an Allan Holdsworth song, you’re treated to lead elements you can’t quite predict. Yet, it has a dramatic warmth to it all. The Leif enjoy their very own chemistry which is exuded so well in their release. Even in their previous album called Then There from 2023, the band experimented with a central theme that worked incredibly well. They are able to work and create in frames. Perhaps this is why the final result is a masterpiece. Softer notes claim the opening of A’ho. There is a slow Floyd feel to how it begins, but nothing can be said of how it will unfold. The theme however is held strong with the song, and how each member responds to the nature of their counterparts' composition. When they move on to more centralised themes like Julie, it becomes more of a character depiction. As they respond without lyrics, what you get is an incredibly detailed sonic bibliography within a song. Songs like Hakklomana have a 70s rock soul to it in tone. Though they do depict themselves through the canvas of jazz, there is the ease and relatability of a rock song steeped deep within the song. This is amazing energy, captured by The Leif. The single after which the album is named has some kick-ass grooves. Although the verse sections become much lighter, the chorus has a dark character depiction that is much more suave. As they close the album with songs like Kilian, there is a wave that flows with the music you cruise. The band comes together with a synergy that isn’t forced, but made. It is not a collaboration, but conjoined expression they are able to nail so well. This would require its own TV series, however would be a good fit on shows like Mad Men. You can check out their incredible album above and follow The Leif for more like this. Jazz rock on!
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