Matthew Bourne Irrealis in gatefold outer sleeve one of which exceeds two

one of which exceeds two hours in length

Format Detail: LP + 7"

Canadian Derek Shirley on double bass

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the album manages to walk a tightrope between heartache and swagger

Matthew Bourne Irrealis in gatefold outer sleeve one of which exceeds twoMatthew Bourne follows 2017's Isotach album, and recent collaborations with Keeley Forsyth and Nightports, with a collection of prepared piano pieces. Irrealis was recorded in a single session, each take played as live without any overdubs. Having taught himself the basics of prepared piano by throwing confectionary into his school's instrument, elements of these experimentations played a key role in Bourne's early performances. This culminated in an