Cedric Hanriot - Time is color vol2 - a luminous world (2025) [Hi-Res]

Time is Color Vol.2 is the new body of work from the versatile polymath Cedric Hanriot. A key contributor to multiple Grammy-winning projects, collaborating with luminaries such as Herbie Hancock, Robert Glasper and Terri Lyne Carrington to name just a few, Hanriot has developed a reputation as an in-demand pianist, sound designer, composer and arranger, drafted in to provide unique enhancements to a diverse range of successful musical projects. Now with Time is Color Vol. 2, he presents his artistry in its most sincere form: An evolution from his original Time Is Color project released in 2022, which received universal praise, even ending up on Barack Obama’s summer playlist that year.

The roots of Hanriot’s new work flourish within the modern jazz idiom. Tracks on the album such as Comforting Glow carry echoes of Bill Evans, while other songs embrace hip-hop, funk, soul and electronica. A Luminous World Part 2 is a high-impact number featuring vocalist Tony Moreau, while Ego Chase features head-nod verses from renowned U.K. saxophonist and rapper Soweto Kinch. Further wordplay is contributed by American MCs Jswiss and Charles X, while saxophonist and singer Braxton Cook adds some sweet soul vibes to the proceedings. More magic is created on La Source and La Barque Du Temps via French narrations from Arthur H and Cyrielle Clair, while Swiss trumpeter Eric Truffaz provides a great top line on A Luminous World Part 1. With outstanding contributions from each special guest, not to mention excellent performances from Cedric’s core trio of Bertrand Beruard on bass and Antonin Violot on drums, the album is woven together by Hanriot’s phenomenal ability on acoustic piano, Fender Rhodes and analog synths.

Speaking about the album, Cedric says: “In recent years, I have explored my spirituality in greater depth, thanks to numerous encounters, books, happy and unhappy experiences but also reflections. For some time now, quantum physics has been shedding scientific light on some of life’s mystical phenomena My belief is that quantum physics and spirituality are not antagonistic in nature, but rather speak of the same thing, a synchronized tautology of sorts, thus it became a critical catalyst for this album. We are energy, music is energy and life is magic! This album is dedicated to all the people who have enlightened me and continue to enlighten me on my spiritual path. I hope the music and vibrations on this album will resonate and bring you the best energies.”

Time is Color Vol. 2 traverses many different paths, venturing in to unexplored territory and undoubtedly placing Hanriot in position as one of the most exciting and talented musicians working around the world today. The proof is in the listening!

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