EMILIO SOLLA & ANTONIO LIZANA – EL SIEMPRE MAR (2023)

"El Siempre Mar” pays homage to the centuries-old cultural exchange between peninsular Spain and Latin America, delving into the world of flamenco 'roundtrip songs’ or ‘cantes de ida y vuelta.’ Pianist Emilio Solla and saxophonist/vocalist Antonio Lizana undertake an exploration which draws from their mutual love for their cultures’ unique & idiomatic musical forms. The album features a diverse and skilled rhythm section, including bassist Jorge Roeder and drummer/percussionist Ferenc Nemeth. Latin-GRAMMY® nominated vocalist Roxana Amed and a guest string quartet also contribute. The music blends improvisation with traditional influences from both sides of the ocean, traversing a wide range of emotions and creating a unique and meaningful sonic journey. The album's title, "El Siempre Mar," encapsulates the connection between Solla's Argentina and Lizana's Spain, symbolizing unity across the vast Atlantic Ocean.