Dublin jazz quintet Oceanna have released their self-titled five-track debut EP and play a short Irish tour. We asked guitarist and composer Gabriel Bellator of the band the BIG questions . . .
The band hail from Ireland and Brazil and merge jazz with elements of psychedelia and atmospheric production, bringing together elements of traditional jazz with contemporary and experimental elements.
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Speaking about the EP, Oceanna say, "Recorded over two different weekends in Black Mountain Studios, this EP shows interesting aspects of how Oceanna speaks the language of music.
"Each of the five songs expresses very distinct feelings/emotions and takes you in a deep dive into them - but also allows the listener to explore the elements that tie the piece together as a whole."
Oceanna play: 6 November - Yamamori Tengu Jazz (Dublin). 7 November - Club De Burgos (Galway). 15 November - O'Leary’s (Cavan). 16th November - Support for Corto Alto - Sugar Club (Dublin). 21 November - Mo Chara (Dundalk).
How would you describe your music?
I would describe Oceanna’s music as intense and authentic.
Who are your musical inspirations?
Alfa Mist, Yussef Dayes, Kokoroko, Corto.alto, Moses Yoofee Trio in terms of jazz; but there’re influences from a variety of musical styles in our music.
What was the first gig you ever went to?
A small local band (back when I lived in the south of Brazil) called Deefatto.
What was the first record you ever bought?
Songs About Jane - Maroon 5.
What’s your favourite song right now?
Jet Fuel by Mac Miller.
Favourite lyric of all time?
"Tenderly, bathing you in memory, embrace the waves of liquid light, that flow out of you" - that is a piece of an unreleased song called Into The Deep written by Aido (our bass player) that really speaks to me.
If you could only listen to one song for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Kokoroko - Abusey Junction.
Where can people find your music/more information?
Our Instagram page - @oceanna_vibes.
Alan Corr
