NEW YORK—Two titans of avant-garde jazz, guitarist Mary Halvorson and trumpeter Ambrose Akinmusire, announced the release of their new collaborative album, Slo-Mo Neon Luminate Hoverings, on Tuesday. The record is set to debut in June. Sources confirmed the album features meticulous sonic explorations of existential dread. This marks the latest chapter in their long-standing creative partnership.
The Sound of Slowed Time
Halvorson and Akinmusire reportedly spent weeks perfecting a sound that one critic described as “like watching paint dry in slow motion, but with a really sad trumpet.” The lead single, “Soundcheck,” has already garnered significant attention. Its nearly 15-minute runtime is said to capture the essence of a single, agonizing moment. Many found Slo-Mo Neon Luminate Hoverings profoundly affecting.
“We wanted to capture the feeling of your soul slowly leaking out of your ears,” said album producer Bartholomew ‘Barty’ Butterfield, Senior Vice President of Sonic Slowness. “This is music for people who feel time is moving too quickly. Or perhaps, for people who just want to take a nap at a jazz concert.” The pair’s previous work hinted at this direction. But Slo-Mo Neon Luminate Hoverings fully embraces the languid aesthetic.
A New Genre is Born?
The project was developed over several sessions in early 2025. Musicians involved experimented with unconventional tempos. They aimed for an auditory experience that felt significantly longer than it actually was. “It’s about embracing the void between notes,” explained Dr. Anya Sharma, Chief Theorist of Temporal Jazz. “We’re not just playing music. We’re inhabiting the spaces where music *could* be. And then we’re leaving.” Early listeners reported experiencing mild temporal displacement.
Fans can pre-order Slo-Mo Neon Luminate Hoverings now. Those seeking a truly immersive, slow-burn jazz experience will find much to ponder. The album promises a unique sonic journey. It invites listeners to surrender to its deliberate pace. At press time, Halvorson and Akinmusire announced plans for a tour where each concert will last approximately six weeks.
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