REVIEWS
“a free-flowing mix of guitar noodling, drum solos, atmospheric electronics and
groove-heavy basslines. Clearly these dudes know their shit. [Hans Blix] rocks like
Battles, Jaga Jazzist, and Tortoise.”
- alternative press
“Scorning convention, Brooklyn trio Hans Blix does without such luxuries as
composition and preparation.The band relies on body language and intuition to
improvise cohesive works, with no more than a starting note predetermined...
Drawing on years of musical training and experience, the members of Hans Blix
build off of and expand upon each other’s thoughts, resulting in a dynamic and
evolving sound.”
- the aquarian
ABOUT
There is a new improvisational sound coming out of Brooklyn. Possessing the
fluidity of fusion ala Mahavishnu, the textured scoundscapes of electronica ala
Squarepusher and quiet/loud indie rock dynamics of a Blonde Redhead this is
music that captures your attention with epic playing chops but also entrances with
ambient tones.
Hans Blix is the result of freely improvised sessions above a tire shop in Brooklyn,
NY. The trio met at New York University, but connected musically through their
experiences at the Center for Improvisational Music headed by Ralph Alessi.
The band has performed at major venues throughout New York and Brooklyn including Zebulon, Pianos, The Tea Lounge, Fat Baby, and The Delancy with guests like altoist David Binney.
BAND
Guitarist
Dan Venne's work with instrumental rock band
Cougar has been described by The Wire as, "a gleaming gem...gloriously precise and urgent", and by cdreviews.com as "pushing the boundaries of the instrumental medium.” He has toured both in the US and abroad, performing is countries such as Argentina, Slovenia and the UK. Dan uses the music software Ableton Live to create real-time loops and effects in Hans Blix.
Keyboardist/Saxophonist
Brian Scherman composes and performs creative music throughout the Northeast, having performed at The Blue Note, the 55bar, the Knitting Factory, Ryles Jazz Club, and The House of Blues, with John Scofield, Ralph Alessi, and others. Brian maximizes the use of the diminutive Micro-Korg in Hans Blix, while also utilizing his Alto Sax processed through Dj-tools and electronics.
Drummer
James Windsor-Wells is a sought after jazz and rock drummer performing with groups like SadRed, Irondog, and freelancing throughout New York. A Bay-Area native, James’ drumming brings together such diverse influences as Indie-Rock, Modern Jazz, Prog-Metal, all coalescing to form a distinct and unique style.
Other bands that Dan is in:
Cougar
The Semifinalists
Amphis-Baena
Other bands that Brian is in:
Amphis-Baena
High LifeJosh Myers Quintet
Other band that James is in:
SadRed
High Life
CONTACT
Dan Venne - dan.venne@gmail.com
Click Buy Now to purchase a Handscreened CD directly from Hans Blix. For international orders, additional shipping rates may apply.
