Guitar player Julien Tassin is as eager as ever to seek new musical partners and to broaden his scope of influences. Next on his long list of inspired collaborations is his new trio with prolific saxophone player Erwin Vann and drummer Jean-Marc Butty, mostly known for his work with singer-songwriter PJ Harvey.
The music of this trio conjurs up vivid images, allows the listener to dream, to observe and to contemplate. It aims to embody a form of collective storytelling, where ego and virtuosity take a backseat to the shared experience.
“The project is a way to express and fulfill my need to slow down in a world that moves faster and faster, where everything has to be immediate and dazzling”, Julien Tassin says.
“It has a spiritual and healing dimension, which is present in both Erwin and Jean-Marc and echoes my personal search”.
The result is music that takes influence from folk, jazz, ambient and contemporary classical music, while developing unique, intimate sensibilities. It is far from a traditional jazz project, which is also reflected by the influences of producer and artistic director John Parish, an English musician and producer who has worked with many alternative rock artists such as PJ Harvey and Eels.
“John will enhance the organic quality of the sound by using analog effects, tapes, etc”, Julien adds.
“He and Jean-Marc have an organic, minimalist and raw approach to music, which I love.”
The new trio Julien Tassin / Erwin Vann / Jean-Marc Butty will release their first album "Inner Forest" in November 2026 on IGLOO Records.