In Vain

From Gil Evans to Youn Sun Nah, from the Orchestre National de Jazz to Lars Danielsson, this eclectic musician, more 'rhythmician' than drummer, has played with the cream of the international jazz scene, not to mention his numerous forays into pop, French chanson, world music and film scores. From an innovative percussionist, known to his peers as 'the wizard', this exceptional first solo album, both progressive and dynamic, can take its place alongside the very best of contemporary European jazz. Xavier Desandre Navarre s quartet radiates with his luminous brilliance, just as its heart pulses to his sensuous rhythms.