Maquishti Prismatic by Patricia Brennan & Arktureye
Vibraphonist/composer Patricia Brennan, along with percussionist/turntablist Arktureye have released "Maquishti Prismatic," an electronic re-working of Brennan’s highly praised debut album Maquishti, one of the most highly praised experimental albums of 2021.
Performed solo by Brennan on vibraphone and marimba and employing unusual techniques and occasional electronics, many of the compositions on Maquishti were borne from improvisations created live in the studio. At times exploring silence and space, stillness and patience the album investigates new sonic territories with an endless sense of curiosity.
Speaking on"Maquishti Prismatic," Arktureye says “Texturally paradoxical, smooth but sharp, Maquishti has been in my ear and part of my life since the compositions were being created. I feel fortunate to have gotten to know Patricia’s musical personality and be around its patient strength. This electronic piece is made up of various samples across her solo record. The collection of phrases chosen are moments on the record floating in time. This piece brings sonic abstractions of an underlying pulse based on each sample's texture.”
Tracklist
| 1. | Patricia Brennan & Arktureye - Maquishti Prismatic | 3:50 |
Credits
Patricia Brennan - vibraphone, prepared vibraphone, effects
Arktureye - electronic composition: ableton, turntable, synth drums
Jimmy Penguin - mix and master
Artwork - Juha Penttinen
License
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Mexican-born vibraphonist, marimbist, improviser, and composer, Patricia Brennan, is widely recognized as one of the most exciting and innovative vibraphonists at work today. Two-time DownBeat Rising Star winner and the 2025 DownBeat Critics Poll Vibraphonist of the Year and 2025 DownBeat Critics Poll Album of the Year with her septet record Breaking Stretch.