AriSawkaDoria Releases Captivating Rendition of John Coltrane’s “Naima”
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AriSawkaDoria’s rendition of John Coltrane’s classic composition, “Naima”, takes listeners on a journey through sonic landscapes. Featuring the raw, uncut drumming of KJ Sawka (Pendulum, Destroid), the evocative guitar of Ari Joshua (The All’s Eye, Big High, Space Owl), and the soulful Hammond B3 stylings of Joe Doria, this track reimagines Coltrane’s masterpiece in a fresh and contemporary light.
A Journey Through Sonic Landscapes
Tracked at Litho Recording Studio in Seattle, WA, and engineered by Floyd Reitsma, “Naima” showcases AriSawkaDoria’s distinctive approach to blending raw emotion with technical mastery. The track features additional mixing and editing by KJ Sawka in Las Vegas and Ari Joshua at Music Factory Records in Seattle, with final mixing by Ari Raskin at Deep Water Studios in New York. Mastering was completed by Joe Lambert at Lambert Mastering in Cortland, NY. The release is accompanied by stunning artwork created by Monte Mitchell of Forest Shore Designs.
The track opens with an atmospheric guitar intro, seamlessly transitioning into a melody dripping with emotion, marked by Ari Joshua’s signature studio sound. Joe Doria’s masterful basslines, crafted with his left foot and left hand, provide a resonant foundation, while KJ Sawka’s pure, unfiltered drumming delivers a dynamic energy that fans have come to appreciate. Together, the trio weaves a complex tapestry of sound, balancing individuality and unity.
The solos are a standout feature, immersing listeners in a lush garden of textures and colors. Musically unique yet rooted in tradition, this rendition of “Naima” captures the timeless spirit of Coltrane’s masterpiece while adding a modern twist.
About AriSawkaDoria
AriSawkaDoria is a dynamic trio that brings together:
- KJ Sawka – Drum & Bass icon (Pendulum, Destroid, KJ Sawka)
- Joe Doria – Hammond B3 virtuoso (Syncopated Taint Septet)
- Ari Joshua – Jazz guitarist (The All’s Eye, Big High, Swampdweller)
In a whirlwind recording session, AriSawkaDoria honed their collective identity and produced eleven original tracks that traverse a new, uncharted musical universe. Their debut, Chapter ONE, released nationwide on Wax Orchard, marked the beginning of their exploration into uncharted territories of sound.
Since the release of Chapter ONE, AriSawkaDoria has continued to push boundaries in the studio, reimagining classics like “Naima” and “Round Midnight” through their unique lens.
Credits for “Naima”
- Drums: KJ Sawka
- Organ, Synth: Joe Doria
- Guitar: Ari Joshua
- Studio: Litho Recording Studio, Seattle, WA
- Engineer: Floyd Reitsma
- Additional Mixing & Editing: KJ Sawka (Impossible Records, Las Vegas)
- Additional Mixing & Editing: Ari Joshua (Music Factory Records, Seattle)
- Final Mixing: Ari Raskin (Deep Water Studios, NY)
- Mastering: Joe Lambert (Lambert Mastering, Cortland, NY)
- Artwork: Monte Mitchell (Forest Shore Designs, Boulder, CO)
Release Information
“Naima” by AriSawkaDoria is available on all platforms and on bandcamp February 6th, 2025. For more information, interviews, or press materials, please contact Music Factory Records or Ari Joshua at www.arijoshua.com.