Time Change

Milan Verbist, Toon Rumen and Jens Meijer come together for this debut recording that showcases their inimitable chemistry with 9 adventurous jazz tracks.

"Time Change" leads with Verbist's dense keys that eventually take company from Meijer's restrained drums and Rumen's unpredictable bass, and "Bosonossa" follows with playful bass plucking amid the firm keys and crisp drumming.

"Happy House" and "Brigitte's Waltz" occupy the middle spots. The former is a frisky and animated moment that allows for the trio to dance around each other, while the latter is a lush and melodic album highlight that radiates timeless, improvised jazz.

Further on, "The Silence Between" illuminates each player's individual strengths that shine in both busy and soft gestures of melody, and "Flutter Step" exits with a more introspective nature that uses colorful keys, meticulous bass and subdued drumming via a mesmerizing fashion.

The trio make an impression on both the originals and covers here, and it's an excellent starting point for the Belgians that will resonate with anyone who appreciates jazz.