This morning, we are thrilled to have Andrii Pokaz bring the sunshine we all need to our speakers.
Based in Odessa, Ukraine, Andrii Pokaz is a pianist and composer who moves freely between jazz, classical, and contemporary sounds. His selection for today sparks moments of reflection, surprise, and joy, just like his latest album, Proteus, released this summer. A boundless universe to explore as your morning unfolds.
Andrii Pokaz’s selection
Esbjörn Svensson Trio - Serenade for the Renegade
Andrii Pokaz: ” This is a winter morning when you don’t need to rush and when you begin your interaction with the world very carefully. “
Sergio Mendes - Let Me
Andrii Pokaz: ” When you wake up all soaked in love and with the desire to turn this day into a fairy tale.”
Beastie Boys - Sabrosa
Andrii Pokaz: ” For the morning of an active day. “
Curator’s selection
Andrii Pokaz - Eclosion
Aloyse: ” A great force wrapped in delicacy, impossible not to be drawn in, carried into its world within seconds, even as the track shifts and transforms along the way. Simply elegant. “
O. - 176
Aloyse: ” An explosive band that creates tracks you can’t help but headbang to, with crushing drums and twisted sax. It’s intense, thrilling, and awesome to experience live. “
Yttling Jazz - Illegal Hit (Joshua Idehen & Saturday, Monday Remake)
Aloyse: ” A remake from the song of Yttling Jazz’s upcoming album Illegal Hit. Rhythm is the weapon ! “
Donny McCaslin - Celestial
Aloyse: ” Amazing fusion between jazz improvisation and subtle electronic waves. I love the shimmering textures and shifting rhythms, it draws you into a space that feels both intimate and infinite. ”
That’s all for today. Thanks for listening and much gratitude to Andrii Pokaz for being our guest, and to Camille Lemeunier for the gorgeous illustration of today’s episode!
