1. Mademoiselle Madera (28:02) 
2. A Tribute To Don Johnson (15:19) 
3. My Man's Gone Now (19:12)

Musicians:
Tomasz Zietek - trumpet
Piotr Pawlak - guitar
Wojciech Mazolewski – bass guitar
Pawel Nowicki – drums

In 1998, four young and open-minded musicians from Gdańsk formed a group, which would explore new areas of improvisation. They named it Pink Freud. Pink Freud is an improvising trio. Its music is fresh and modern; inspired by jazz, rock, folk, jungle, drum’n’bass etc. Pink Freud demands audience’s sensitivity and concentration. Musicians play subtle tunes fully aware of their music.

In 1998, Gdansk was a center of yass music; trend impressing Poland with great influence in 19ties. Pink Freud however turned its back to this tradition and recorded debut album “Zawijassy”. Album got enthusiastic reviews: “it’s refreshing our perception of polish jazz”, “Gdansk’s tradition of improvisation took step farther into more interesting and surprising tones”. PF’s concerts were even hotter. After one of them, someone started to call PF’s music “trance-jazz-dance”. Soon Pink Freud’s music became more and more different live than what was recorded on their album. They developed concept of playing trance way and album “Live in Jazzgot” shows band’s best music of that time. PF played with that Trans program more than 100 gigs in Poland, Germany, and Prague.

In 2003, Zen Posse Records issued “Sorry Music Polska”. On this album, Pink Freud presented very new style and reached for new metaphors to express their stories. Compositions are a base, a key to unlock feelings and emotions allowing musicians to build up their own improvisations, individual phrases and personalities. Using custom-built electronics along with bass, trumpet, vibraphone and drums PF produces unique, multicolored and multidimensional tunes. As a result, original, genuine style arises, easily associated with film music, 70th and 80th jazz and acoustic productions of NinjaTune or JazzLand.

Pink Freud today are: Wojtek Mazolewski (bass, loop, sampler), Tomek Zietęk (trumpet and prepared trumpet), Kuba Staruszkiewicz (drums). Band often invites other musicians to perform together: Slawek Jaskulke (piano), dj Wojak or DJ Lenar, m.bunio.s, Tymon Tymanski (guitar), Mika Urbaniak (vocal)…

2003 was rich in concerts. PF played at Gdynia Summer Jazz Days, Gdansk Yass Nights, Jazz Jantar, Jazz Bez in Lvov. In January 2004 band play tour Poland and Germany, in May was represent Poland at European Jazz Fest in Portugal and in June on the anothers festivals in France

Summer 2004 is hot time for Wojtek Mazolewski: concerts on the most popular polish festival Warsaw Summer Jazz Days, where he had own day. He played with three bands - Pink Freud, Ludzie and Baaba. They are representation a new jazz style in Poland. Second concert was with great John Zorn’s project - “Cobra”. November 2004 is month when Pink Freud play once again in France on the cycle “Good Polish Music” in Annecy and Macon.

Nowadays band publishing the thierd album “Jazz fajny jest” with remixes in execution of the best young and modern musicans, DJ’s, bands - like EMADE, ENVEE, Niewinni Czarodzieje, m.bunio.s, Mika Urbaniak, Old Time Radio, LocoStar and anothers.

The fifth album of Pink Freud is entitled “Punk Freud”. The band has been recognized by Universal Music Polska. This label will be promoting and distributing this album. ---last.fm

Nagranie pochodzi z występu, który odbył się 1 lutego 2002 roku w warszawskim klubie Jazzgot. Jest to jedyny zapis koncertu Pink Freud w składzie z Piotrem Pawlakiem na gitarze i Pawłem Nowickim na perkusji, dla którego był to ostatni występ z Pink Freud.

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1. Dziwny jest ten kraj 
2. Sex, przemoc, lęk i niemoc 
3. Piasek piasek kupa piasku 
4. Velvet 
5. Wszystko płynie (intro woda) 
6. Wszystko płynie 
7. Powiedział Ełk 
8. Porno pogoda 
9. Police jazz 
10. Canon

Wojtek Mazolewsky: bass 
Tomek Zietek: trumpet 
Kuba Staruszkiewicz: drums 
Tomek Duda: saxophone 
Marcin Masecki: electric piano, organ

This is the 5th album (and the first on Universal) by Polish ensemble Pink Freud, which managed to gain considerable popularity on the local scene, both with Jazz and non-Jazz listeners and critics alike. Formed in 1998 by bassist / composer Wojciech Mazolewski, the group changed its lineup several times over the years but succeeded to maintain its popularity and gradually achieved a cult following and a large fan base.

Musically the group offers a unique amalgam of genres and musical directions, originating with Jazz and improvisation, but also encompassing elements of Punk Rock, dub, jungle, drum and bass and electronic music. In many respects it is a direct continuation of the Yass movement, which flourished in Poland in the 1990s, and could be referred to as post-Yass. Since Yass was initially intended as an expression of rebellion against the established Jazz canons, which many young musicians felt to be stagnant, post-Yass took the rebellion a bit further out, emphasizing the cross-genre trend, groove and even dance elements, which resulted in the music being much more widely accessible. As opposed to the intellectual image that Jazz is usually associated with, this music is intelligent fun music, with some Jazz associations, and should be treated as such, no more and no less.

On this album Pink Freud appear as trio with the leader and two other founding members: trumpeter Tomasz Zietek and drummer Kuba Staruszkiewicz. Saxophonist Tomasz Duda appears on five of the ten tracks and two female strings players guest on two of the tracks. Nine of the ten tracks on this album are original compositions by the participants and the last track is their interpretation of a Charles Mingus tune. The music is a typical Pink Freud mix of musical ideas, stylistically all over the place, but unified by the highly energetic and expressive delivery. The music definitely retains the rebellious spirit and often lacks the precision and flawlessness a Jazz fan might expect, but one must not forget this music is not about these qualities at all and therefore should not be judged by them. The ultimate question is the overall impression and effect this music has on a listener and if it is successful to make the listener spend an hour having fun while listening, it achieved its goal. Let's make no mistakes here; parts of this music are quite complex and advanced, requiring attentive listening and seriously challenging the listener's ear. Some listeners will mentally "skip" these parts at first, but might (hopefully) discover them later. Regardless of what one might think about Pink Freud and their music, one thing is sure: they can not be ignored. Definitely worth investigating! --- Adam Baruch, polish-jazz.blogspot.com

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1. Police Jazz
2. Punk Freud
3. Mademoiselle Madera
4. Muzyka Pięciu Przemian
5. Boogie Woogie Waltz
6. Rozmowy z Kapokiem-Noc

Line Up:
Wojtek Mazolewski (bass), 
Tomasz Ziętek (trumpet)
Kuba Staruszkiewicz (drums
Guests
Marcin Masecki (Hammond) 
Tomasz Duda (saxophone, clarinet)

This is the 6th album by Polish ensemble Pink Freud, which managed to gain considerable popularity on the local scene, both with Jazz and non-Jazz listeners and critics alike. Formed in 1998 by bassist / composer Wojciech Mazolewski, the group changed its lineup several times over the years but succeeded to maintain its popularity and gradually achieved a cult following and a large fan base. Musically the group offers a unique amalgam of genres and musical directions, originating with Jazz and improvisation, but also encompassing elements of Punk Rock, dub, jungle, drum and bass and electronic music.

In many respects it is a direct continuation of the Yass movement, which flourished in Poland in the 1990s, and could be referred to as post-Yass. Since Yass was initially intended as an expression of rebellion against the established Jazz canons, which many young musicians felt to be stagnant, post-Yass took the rebellion a bit further out, emphasizing the cross-genre trend, groove and even dance elements, which resulted in the music being much more widely accessible. As opposed to the intellectual image that Jazz is usually associated with, this music is intelligent fun music, with some Jazz associations, and should be treated as such, no more and no less.

This album, which was recorded live at the legendary Jazz club "Alchemia" in Krakow, finds Pink Freud in an expanded quintet lineup, with trumpeter Tomasz Zietek and drummer Kuba Staruszkiewicz supported by saxophonist Tomasz Duda (who recorded with the group earlier) and brilliant young keyboardist Marcin Masecki. Five of the six expanded tracks (all over 10 minutes long) on this album are originals by the band members and the remaining one is their interpretation of a Joe Zawinul tune. In many respects this album is a "back to the roots" experience for the band, which returns to extensive Jazz improvisation, which although always present at the root of their music, was often subdued on their previous albums. The special atmosphere and ambience of the club and above all the presence of Masecki transform the band into a full-fledged Jazz combo and a great one at that. The trumpet / saxophone front line enables the players to stretch out, supported comfortably by a full rhythm section, with Masecki supplying some breathtaking solo spots as well. The emotional and more importantly musical level of the band heard here surpasses everything they managed to achieve earlier, and is truly exquisite. True to their basic approach, the band emphasizes personal expression and spontaneity rather that elaborate skills or scholarly musical background. For listeners, who can appreciate such approach to music, this is quite an experience. But this music is important enough to be heard by any music connoisseur and definitely should be re-visited for in-depth listening experience. Great stuff! --- Adam Baruch, polish-jazz.blogspot.com

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1. Pink Fruits 3:42
2. Warsaw 5:11
3. Little Monster 2:45
4. Polanski 5:00
5. Bald Inquisitor 5:31
6. Red Eyes, Blue Sea And Sand 4:16
7. Pierun 3:14
8. Goz Quarter 7:13
9. Braxton 3:22
10. Diamond Way 3:26
11. Spreading The Sound Of Emptiness 2:54
12. Monster Of Jazz 4:12

Musicians:
Musicians:
Wojtek Mazolewski, bass guitar, double bass, vocals; 
Adam Baron, flugelhorn, tenorhorn, trombone; 
Tomek Ziętek, trumpet, vocals; 
Tomek Duda, baritone saxophone, clarinet, bass clarinet, flute, vocals; 
Jerzy Rogiewicz, vibraphone; 
Kuba Staruszkiewicz, drums, vocals.

Over the years Pink Freud gained such a reputation on Polish jazz scene that their every record is impatiently awaited and immediately recognized. New Monster Of Jazz album that came to shops in May is no exception as it again totally surprises all admirers of Pink Freud's music and it proves that their creativity is truly unbounded.

What is really so unique as far as music on this album is concerned? Opposite to their last album titled Alchemia (reviewed already on this site) which was purely acoustical venture in the field of fusion jazz, this album is using all kinds of electronic, experimental and recording tools to strengthen, enliven and stretch the body of modern version of fusion music in order to what? Yes, the idea is really breathtaking!. In order to contain in its language not only jazz but also rock, punk, nu jazz and other musical genres. This is in fact what Monster Of Jazz is all about: melting in one pot all music streams that musicians are dedicated to and draw out of this pot something new and unprecedented as far as jazz, as far as music is concerned. In this attitude towards jazz they are clearly travelling the razors's edge between courage similar in style to the one that was once displayed by Miles Davis and debauchery of such modern artist as Steven Bernstein and his colleagues from Sex Mob and other bands similar.

Because of such a ambiguity that is innate in this music which is both so creative and simultaneously so close to kitsch, I believe it must cause strong and diversified response from the listeners starting from shock and disgust and ending in awe and admiration. I am clearly on the other end and that is why I shall encourage you with all my heart to listen to this record. Before I present you a small sample of music from this CD let me add that when compared to their above mentioned Alchemia album two new musicians reinforced the band in persons of Adam Baron (flugelhorn, tenorhorn, trombone) and Jerzy Rogiewicz (vibraphone). With this addition the personnel of the band amounted to six people matching the other Polish excellent new and young band Contemporary Noise Sextet, probably the only other one that should be and could be compared to Pink Freud in terms of artistic impact on Polish jazz scene and similarities of its style. --- Maciej Nowotny, polish-jazz.blogspot.com

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1.  Mademoiselle Madera    [09:32]
2.  Jazz fajny jest    [06:59]
3.  Come As You Are    [04:03]
4.  Pong    [00:36]
5.  A Tibute To Don Johnson    [06:23]
6.  My Man's Gone Now    [08:51]
7.  Taniec mulety    [06:48]
8.  Kocie języczki    [06:57]
9.  Muzyka pięciu przemian    [04:50]
10.  Rozmowy z kapokiem    [16:58]

Musicians:
Tomasz Ziętek - trumpet
Wojciech Mazolewski - bass
Kuba Staruszkiewicz - drums
Paweł Nowicki - electronics
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DJ Wojak - sample
Sławomir Jaskułke – piano

I’m really glad to present you here this amazingly good album from Pink Freud. Formed inGdansk, Poland, in 1998, this eclectic trio is surely one of the most interesting electro-jazz combos to emerge in Europein the last decade. Pink Freud have already released four albums: Zawijasy (2000), Live in Jazzgot, Sorry music polska(2003) and Jazz fajny jest (2005). Their actual line-up is: Wojtek Mozolewski (bass, loop, sampler), Tomek Zietek (trumpet and prepared trumpet), Kuba Staruszkiewicz (drums).

«Pink Freud’s music combines the inexhaustible energy of the music of the 1960s and 1970s with contemporary influences sought wherever possible, from grunge to hip hop. Formalized, rich compositions and modern sound generated by electronic instruments leave the musicians enough room for spontaneity, individualism and the wild and crazy improvisations so typical of jazz. A narrative structure to compositions and a wide array of electronic instruments are distinctive features of Pink Freud’s music. The musical sense of humour and detachment from the sounds produced are the features by which the band’s style can be recognized. Pink Freud have become famous for their totally new and sometimes completely crazy interpretations of well-known musical motifs, like Nirvana’s Come As You Are [included in the album presented here – for all you rock fans out there: believe me, this track alone is worth the listen!] and Gershwin’s My Man’s Gone Now.» (Warsaw Voice)

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1   Intro  	0:45  	
  	Skręt I
2   Cpt. Labrador 	3:43 	
3   Szlomo Lejb Z Łęcznej 	5:27 	
4   Małe Ziarenka Piasku Są Wszędzie 	4:26 	
  	Skręty II
5   Spiskowa Teoria Dziejów 	4:04 	
6   Palimpsest 	3:45 	
7   Trzecie Dzieło Pracy Marzeń 	3:46 	
  	Skręty III
8   Sushi, Tranzystory I Seks 	3:41 	
9   Eine Kleine Jassmusik 	5:49 	
10 Dusze Marynarzy Saneczkują Pod Wodą 	8:24 	
  	Skręty IIII (Czynności Pomyłkowe)
11 Rogacz Z Doliny Rozkoszy 	3:37 	
12 Golonka Sobotniej Nocy 	5:06 	
13 Wlazł Chińczyk Na Płotek 	17:00 	
  	-
14 Untitled (Hidden Track) 	4:02

Credits:
Bass, Double Bass - Wojciech Mazolewski
Composed By - Pink Freud , Wojciech Mazolewski
Drums, Vibraphone - Paweł Nowicki
Engineer - Michał Czerw
Guitar - Michał Jarzębski
Percussion [Guest] - Michał Górczyński , Rafał Zapała
Photography - Magda Morawska
Producer - Fonik , Wojciech Mazolewski
Trumpet - Tomasz Ziętek

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