Laraaji & Kramer - Baptismal - Crystal Clear

Laraaji & Kramer - Baptismal - Crystal ClearThe 'Baptismal' project started out when Kramer invited me to collaborate with him on a project, and I tend to think in terms of what the listeners are open to hearing these days. In my mind was a recording that let the listeners leave the busy mind generated by mainstream media, so I came up with the idea of a baptism, immersive kind of LP in which the listener would Become totally present with the music. I suggested to Kramer the title 'Baptismal',

The news comes on the heels of the just released “From the D 2 the LBC

The album comprises twelve compelling songs that delve into the realms of isolation

their live performances

It was released in March 1984 through Dischord Records

informed by jazz

earning the album widespread acclaim and a Mercury Prize nomination

from Aretha Franklin to Dusty Springfield

my hope renders me a fool 4

or the drinking of pristine waters from an ancient spring just outside - but for both artists the time together felt precious and magical

pressed on 180-gram black vinyl by ABKCO

"Encountering this whole new world at 20 years old was a profound experience

We wanted to capture that authenticity