Dots

The Reference: "Dots"

"Dots" is the 2024 full-length album by Naima Faraò, released on Beat Machine Records. A soulful and introspective project, the album transcends genre, blending contemporary jazz, soul, and modern RnB.

The album was introduced by the lead single, "Buoyancy Of Water," featuring renowned saxophonist Ilhan Ersahin.

The Concept: A Symbol of Closure & Rebirth

The album's title, 'Dots', functions as a potent metaphor for the artist's introspective journey. As Naima describes, the dot symbolizes both a conclusion and the beginning of a new chapter.

"Dots" is a process of elaboration and rebirth, echoing thoughts born from the collisions of real life. It is an intricate inward journey to grasp suspended moments and unite the points of an ever-changing trajectory.

Credits & Personnel

This release is the result of a deep collaboration between key figures of the BMR roster and the wider contemporary jazz scene.

Core Band:

Naima Faraò: Vocals

Edoardo Maggioni: Rhodes, Piano, Synths

Andrea Dominoni: Bass

Matteo D’ignazi: Drums, Percussion

Additional Musicians:

Ilhan Ersahin: Tenor Saxophone (Track 4)

Napoleon Maddox: Poetry & Rap (Track 5)

Samir Langus: Sintir & Castanets (Track 10)

Andrea Gamba (Daykoda): Electronics (All Tracks)

Lorenzo Faraò: Baritone Saxophone (Tracks 2, 3, 4)

Tiziano Codoro: Trumpet & Flugelhorn (Tracks 2, 3, 4)

Rudi Manzoli: Tenor Sax (Tracks 2, 3, 4)

Luca Giannotti: Percussion (Tracks 2, 3, 4, 5)

Matteo Da Ross: Guitar (Track 3)

Production & Design:

Writing: All tracks written by Naima Faraò, except 06, 08, 09, 10 (written with E. Maggioni, A. Dominoni, M. D’Ignazi). Track 01 produced by Andrea Gamba (Daykoda).

Recording: Michele Gas Castagna (Orange Corner, Milan)

Mixing: Andrea Gamba (Daykoda)

Mastering: Beat Machine Records

Distribution: Beat Machine Records

Artwork: Ruggge

Photography: Federica Ikka Mirabelli