Imani Uzuri presents
Mosaic
Featuring Matou

Show Description

"Haale's warm, supple voice unfurled like a curlicue of smoke. Her band amplified rumble served as a reminder of the extent to which rock bands like the Doors and the Velvet Underground turned to the East for their most hypnotic efforts; here their borrowings were reclaimed with interest." - The New York Times



"The surprise chestnut at the heart of the music is the dynamic, fiery delivery of Haale herself, whose voice is by turns deep and commanding, feather-light and breezy, and as rich and sensual as dark-chocolate fondue." - Flavorpill

NYC-based Haale pays homage to 60's psychedelic rock and Persian/Sufi trance, creating a propulsive soundscape of electric guitars, percussion, and mystical lyrics. Her band features Matt Kilmer on percussion and John Shannon on electric guitar. Haale has beeen recognized by CMJ for her "totally original songs". Haale's distincitve style and incendiary live shows have led her to perform at a David Byrne-curated series at Carnegie Hall and collaborate with Tchad Blake, Sean Lennon, and most extensively with producer and composer Dougie Bowne. 2007 opened with the release of two EPs, Morning and Paratrooper.



Photo Credit: Aarona Pinchinson