Arthur Hnatek
Arthur Hnatek | |
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Arthur Hnatek | |
| Background information | |
| Born | July 10, 1990 Switzerland |
| Genres | Jazz, electronic, experimental |
| Occupation(s) | Drummer, composer, electronic musician |
| Years active | 2013-present |
| Labels | Mouthwatering Records |
| Website | www |
Arthur Hnatek (born July 10, 1990) is a Swiss drummer, composer, and electronic musician known for blending jazz, improvisation, and electronic music. His work spans multiple genres, from acoustic jazz to experimental club music. He was awarded a Swiss Music Prize in 2022.[1]. Hnatek was a student at the prestigious The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City under the guidance of musicians such as Nate Wood, Mark Guiliana, Ari Hoenig and Robert Sadin among others.
Musical Style and Influence
Hnatek's music is characterised by intricate rhythms, experimental textures, and a fusion of acoustic and electronic sounds. His work is often associated with modern jazz, avant-garde improvisation, and club music, pushing the boundaries of traditional drumming within these genres and considered "undoubtedly one of the world's finest rhythmicists".[2] Active as an electronica artist, Arthur released his first album in 2024 (released by Mouthwatering Records) and explores live the boundaries between improvisation and functional club music with his drums and modular synths.[3]
Critically acclaimed internationally, his electronic music has been heard on BBC Radio 6 Music[4] and hailed by the likes of Mary Anne Hobbs, Tom Ravenscroft and Gilles Peterson. As well as played in clubs around the world, including on Laurent Garnier's turntables and during his show on FIP (radio station).[5] He has collaborated with Stenny (Ilian Tape), TAUT, Noémi Büchi (-ous), Ripperton, and Tillman Ostendarp.
In 2020, the Arthur Hnatek trio released their first album "Static" which was proclaimed “a timely reflection on reduction and humility with a mindfulness that is on point right now.”[6] and establishing "Hnatek aspart of the Swiss drumming tradition, but his references are closer to Aphex Twin or Squarepusher."[7]
As a drummer, Hnatek is widely recognised for his work with Tigran Hamasyan, contributing to The Call Within and Mockroot albums, which have gained cult status today.[8]
He was also seen touring the world as part of the Erik Truffaz Quartet from 2016 to 2020.[9][10] and known for his collaboration with artist including Sophie Hunger on her score for My Life as a Courgette [11],Dhafer Youssef, Vincent Peirani, Donny McCaslin among many others.
He holds a position as member of faculty at the ZHDK (Zurich University of the Arts).[12]
Lastly, Arthur is a long time collaborator with cymbals brand Meinl Percussion and was actively involved creating prototypes and helping designing the Nano Sticks. [13]. Furthermore, he endorses Tama Drums.[14]
Discography (Selection)
As solo artist
- 2024: Adrift - Album (Mouthwatering Records)[15]
- 2022: Why So Much Hope - EP
- 2021: Polychroma - EP (feat TAUT)
- 2021: Ritual - EP (feat TAUT)
- 2020: SWIMS - EP[16]
As leader
- 2023: Apnea - EP - Arthur Hnatek Trio (Bridge The Gap)
- 2020: Static - Album - Arthur Hnatek Trio Whirlwind Records[17]
- 2020: Melismetiq Live in New York - Melismetiq (feat Shai Maestro, Ari Bragi Karason and Rick Rosato)
- 2017: Melismetiq - Melismetiq (feat Shai Maestro, Ari Bragi Karason and Rick Rosato)
- 2013: The arc lite suite
As sideman
With Tigran Hamasyan
- 2021: The Call Within - Nonesuch Records
- 2015: Mockroot with Tigran Hamasyan - Nonesuch Records[18]
With Erik Truffaz
- 2019: Lune Rouge - Warner Records
- 2016: Doni Doni - Warner Parlophone
References
- ↑ "Swiss Music Prize 2022".
- ↑ Robert, Arnaud (7 September 2021). "Festival JazzOnze +: Arthur Hnatek, battre la musique tant qu'elle est encore chaude". Le Temps.
- ↑ "All About Jazz Interview". 2 April 2021.
- ↑ "BBC Radio 6, Mary Anne Hobbs feature".
- ↑ "Laurent Garnier sur FIP, Deep Search". 2 November 2024.
- ↑ Richards, Debra (May 2021). "Arthur Hnatek Trio Static Review". Jazzwise Magazine. Debra Richards.
- ↑ Rüsenberg, Michael (30 June 2021). "Arthur Hnatek Trio Static Review". Jazzcity.
- ↑ Fordham, John (22 January 2015). "Tigran Hamasyan: Mockroot review – a vibrant, personal take on songs from Armenia and beyond". The Guardian.
- ↑ Hewett, Ivan (3 July 2016). "Love Supreme Festival, review: jazz's answer to Glastonbury? Not quite". The Telegrpah.
- ↑ Fordham, John (23 March 2016). "Erik Truffaz Quartet review – the trumpeter's set sprang few surprises". The Guardian.
- ↑ "Ma Vie de Courgette on IMDb". IMDb.
- ↑ "ZHDK".
- ↑ "Nano Sticks review". Sweetwater.
- ↑ "Artist annoucement". Tama Drums.
- ↑ "SRF 3 Sounds, feature on Adrift".
- ↑ "Fabrice Gottraux, Tribune de Genève". 20 June 2020.
- ↑ "Whirlwind Records".
- ↑ "Mockroot - Nonesuch Records". 20 November 2014.
External Links
Arthur Hnatek discography at Discogs
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