New Release From Danish Guitarist Søren Lee

The album “Hope” sees Lee gather some of the finest musicians from Denmark, the USA, and Cuba in a celebration of his partner’s life. 

Since the release of his 1990 debut album featuring legendary bassist Ray Brown (Oscar Peterson, Ella Fitzgerald), guitarist and composer Søren Lee has cemented himself as a captivating presence in the international jazz world. 

Featuring Lee’s take on Gershwin’s rhythm changes, the bossa nova feel of ‘Like Tears in the Rain’, the scorching uptempo swing of ‘A Few More Steps’, and the 5/4 funk groove of ‘Living Now’, the record is firmly rooted in the jazz tradition while offering modern perspectives on song forms any jazz fan will be familiar with. From virtuosic improvisations over dense contemporary harmony to lyrical melodies in a comforting songwriter/Americana context, Lee’s effortless guitar playing comes across as an extension of his voice as it carries his band through the broad range of styles under his fingers. With the energy, excitement, and interactivity of a live recording at the album’s core, the ensemble’s sound is elevated by layers of swelling electric guitar chords and delicately plucked acoustic guitar parts.

A dedication to his late wife, his poignant, cathartic new album ‘Hope’ is set to release on the 26th of July.

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