CD Avishai Cohen Trio – From Darkness

Avishai Cohen Trio – From Darkness (Razdaz Recordz, 2015)

In this "sumptuous" 2015 release, boundary-pushing bassist Avishai Cohen delivers a masterclass in trio dynamics. Joined by longtime pianist Nitai Hershkovits and the young, rhythmically versatile drummer Daniel Dor, From Darkness showcases a group in full flight, balancing technical precision with deep emotional resonance.

While led by Cohen, the album functions as a true piano trio, with Hershkovits often taking the fore. The compositions—all written by Cohen with the exception of the closing rendition of Charlie Chaplin’s "Smile"—weave together a sophisticated tapestry of jazz, classical, rock, and Latin influences, occasionally touched with klezmer-inspired textures.

Album Highlights:

• Beyond: An energetic opener that sets the rhythmic tone for the album.
• Abie: A Latin-tinged track featuring complex, evolving, and darker harmonic shifts.
• Halelyah: A showcase for Hershkovits’ refined touch, featuring delicate phrasing over Cohen’s elegant, waltzing bass lines.

From Darkness stands as a definitive, eclectic statement for the modern jazz trio, offering listeners depth, rhythmic complexity, and an undeniable, "sumptuous" brilliance across every track.