First Video from Reunion Tour Supporting 'World Without Walls' by Ancient Future on Capitol Records

June 23, 2011 - PRLog -- Live Version of '14 Steps' from Ancient Future's 'World Without Walls' Reunion Concert at Yoshi's SF 6/7/11

7/26/11 Radio Add Date Announced for the Digital Release of this Classic 1990 Recording by Ancient Future featuring Tabla Master Zakir Hussain

http://airplaydirect.com/music/AncientFuture

On June 7, 2011, the exact lineup of Ancient Future that performed on the band's influential 'World Without Walls' and Asian Fusion recordings reunited to perform for the first time in over 15 years at Yoshi's San Francisco and other venues. That same day to celebrate the reunion, Capitol/EMI Records released the first ever digital version of Ancient Future's classic 1990 'World Without Walls' recording. It is available now for download purchase at all major digital retailers such as iTunes and Amazon.com MP3 Store.

As its name suggests, 'World Without Walls' by Ancient Future depicts a musical world without borders. This classic 1990 recording features Ancient Future members Matthew Montfort (bandleader, guitars), Jim Hurley (violin), Doug McKeehan (keys), and Ian Dogole (percussion), plus special guest performances by world music legend and tabla master Zakir Hussain. The inviting melodies and ingenious use of ethnic textures make 'World Without Walls' one of Ancient Future's most accessible and broadly appealing releases ever.

The first video for the release is a live version of Montfort's '14 Steps,' a jazzy romp with a funky fourteen beat Indian groove. It was recorded on June 7, 2011, at Ancient Future's 'World Without Walls' Reunion Concert at Yoshi's San Francisco.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ro0VAo7a9BY.



The radio add date is July 26, 2011, for reports to the CMJ New World and Zone Music Reporter charts.

Ancient Future Band Biography

BILLBOARD calls the group "trendsetters" for contributing to the emerging movement known as world fusion music, a term Ancient Future leader Matthew Montfort coined at the bands inception for music that blends musical ideas from many different cultures. Formed in 1978, Ancient Future is the world's first and longest running ensemble dedicated exclusively to the mission of the creation of world fusion music. Their original music is an exhilarating fusion of exciting rhythms and sounds from around the globe that combines contemporary jazz and rock with the irresistible rhythms of African, Balinese, Indian, Middle Eastern and South American percussion, the rich harmonies of Europe, and the beautiful melodies of Asia.

In the years since the initial CD release of 'World Without Walls,' Ancient Future has expanded from its core lineup through collaborations with noted masters of various world music traditions who are now an integral part of what is today more than just a band. Ancient Future has grown to become a large chamber ensemble of more than thirty performers from around the world with over a dozen smaller ensembles within it, enabling Ancient Future to realize its core mission of creating world fusion music

Digital Release Specifications

Original Release Date: June 7, 2011
Label: Capitol Catalog
UPC: 5099908369956
Radio Add Date: July 26, 2011
Radio Promo Service: http://airplaydirect.com/music/AncientFuture
Reviewer Promo Service: info@ancient-future.com
Copyright:  2011 Narada Productions, Inc
Genres: International/World/Jazz/General
Total Length: 44:26
Track List:

1. Lakshmi Rocks Me (Jim Hurley. 2:52).
2. Dance of the Rain Forest (Matthew Montfort. 4:45).
3. April Air (Doug McKeehan. 3:57).
4. 14 Steps (Matthew Montfort. 4:30).
5. End of the Beginning (Matthew Montfort. 5:15).
6. Turkish Taffy (Doug McKeehan. 4:55).
7. Alap (Matthew Montfort. 1:10).
8. Indra's Net (Jim Hurley. 4:53).
9. Nyo Nyo Gde (Matthew Montfort. 4:00).
10. Gopi Song (Doug McKeehan. 7:46).

Quotes

"World Without Walls speaks to a cultural enrichment...a melding of world culture with Ancient Future's own lush sense of melody and rhythmic drive."  John Diliberto, Jazziz (Nov 91)

"The matrix of panpipes in 'Dance of the Rain Forest' is what would've happened if Steve Reich were Quechua, and the dumbek in 'Turkish Taffy' is fiery enough to induce spontaneous belly dancing. Extra credit to Zakir Hussain, whose tabla playing lends legitimacy to the Indian airs. Basically this is Shadowfax with teeth."  Michael Bloom, Boston Rocks (April 91)

"This is a wonderful collection of original tunes that reflect the influence of many cultures, most notably that of India, as well as the nuances of the Orient. The artists are a seasoned group of professional musicians who produce a seemingly effortless fusion of Eastern melodies and meters with Western instrumentation and a jazzy groove. The song Turkish Taffy is a great example; the melody line definitely inspires visions of old Istanbul, while the tune builds up a swinging groove that climaxes in a fiery electric guitar solo at the end that would please fans of rock guitarist Santana. Virtuoso violin playing by band member (and composer) Jim Hurley, Zakir Hussain on tabla and assorted Indian percussion instruments give the tunes an authenticity and driving force. A delightful album."  Heartsong Review, Spirit of Change (Winter 91-92)

"Ancient Future was one of the first groups to explore the idea of World Fusion music. Their most recent effort, the aptly-titled 'World Without Walls,' showcases Montfort's scalloped, steel-string & classical guitars with spirited support throughout the ten pieces. There is the lyrical piano/steel drum interplay of 'April Air,' the acoustic sensitivity of '14 Steps', the fluid electric violin and busy bass on 'Dance of the Rain Forest,' and the dazzling sound of Zakir Hussain's tabla playing which adds zest to the lively opener 'Lakshmi Rocks Me' and two other selections."  Lloyd Barde, Common Ground (Spring 93)

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Formed in 1978, Ancient Future is the world's longest running ensemble dedicated to the creation of world fusion music. Ancient-Future.Com Records releases recordings by the master musicians associated with the broad musical scene surrounding the band.