Quinteto / Urbano – En Subida - Jazz Contemporáneo Argentino III

En Subida - Jazz Contemporáneo Argentino III by Quinteto Urbano

A striking example of modern South American jazz, En Subida – Jazz Contemporáneo Argentino III showcases the inventive, rhythmically rich sound of Quinteto Urbano, one of the key groups associated with Argentina’s contemporary jazz movement. Blending sophisticated improvisation with subtle influences from Argentine folk traditions, chamber jazz, and modern European jazz, the album presents a refined and highly atmospheric listening experience.

Recorded as part of the Jazz Contemporáneo Argentino series, the album captures the group’s dynamic interplay and compositional depth. Rather than relying on traditional swing structures, the music unfolds through shifting textures, intricate rhythmic patterns, melodic restraint, and spacious arrangements that reward close listening.

Across the album, Quinteto Urbano balance lyricism with experimentation, creating music that feels both intimate and exploratory. There is a cinematic quality running throughout the record, with moments of tension, stillness, and release woven seamlessly into the ensemble’s fluid performances.

Elegant, thoughtful, and deeply modern, En Subida stands as an excellent introduction to the contemporary Argentine jazz scene and the broader evolution of Latin American jazz in the 21st century.

Tracklist:

1. Travesia Urbana
2. De Otono
3. No Le Temas
4. Verde En Gris
5. Mombyry
6. En Subida
7. Almeyra
8. Sin Manija