Alter Egos is the debut release from Watt, a powerful trio featuring Ian Smith (trumpet), Hannah Marshall (cello), and Stephen Flinn (drums & percussion). Recorded live in London on June 30, 2012, and released on Creative Sources Records in 2023, the album captures fifteen compact yet explosive improvisations. Smith’s trumpet moves between soaring lyricism, guttural eruptions, and daring register shifts; Marshall’s cello weaves seamlessly between dialogue and independence; while Flinn explores every corner of his drum kit with a mix of subtle detail and raw energy. Together, the trio crafts music that is inventive, volatile, and deeply responsive, balancing intensity with restraint. From the fleeting miniature Hawks (2:07) to the expansive textures of Ascending Endlessly and Unrequited, Alter Egos is a vivid testament to the group’s dynamic interplay and fearless commitment to improvisation.
 
1.Hawks 02:07
2.Ascending Endlessly 07:33
3.To My Heart 02:49
4.End Of Day 04:40
5.Midtown 01:54
6.Every Instant 05:21
7.Strand 03:12
8.Singing Silk 04:32
9.Blood 01:33
10.Stripe 03:29
11.Unrequited 06:30
12.Old Suit 02:17
13.Red Eggs 03:32
14.Branded Moon 03:00
15.Suave 02:25
 
FAQs
1. Who are the musicians in Watt?
Watt is a trio of Ian Smith (trumpet), Hannah Marshall (cello), and Stephen Flinn (drums & percussion).
2. What style of music is this?
This is free improvisation—spontaneous, dynamic, and highly interactive, drawing on jazz, experimental, and contemporary chamber sounds.
3. When and where was it recorded?
It was recorded live in London on June 30, 2012.
4. How many tracks are on the album?
The CD features 15 tracks, ranging from short miniatures to extended improvisations, totaling over 50 minutes.
5. How is the CD packaged?
Released by Creative Sources Records, the CD comes in a professionally designed sleeve and includes a digital download (MP3, FLAC, etc.).
 
Released February 3, 2023
Artists:
Trumpet – Ian Smith
Cello – Hannah Marshall
Drums, Percussion – Stephen Flinn
 
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