Life is a transition, life is a journey. We pass spaces and places, we meet people and encounter situations. Some of them are pleasant – inspired by a few, Bazille Noir have crafted this deeply atmospheric album. Pleasant Journey is an invitation to join and share in some of these beautiful, fleeting moments.
After their previous, dub-infused explorations, Jens Paulsen and Matthias Zoeller now open a new chapter. Pleasant Journey blends hand-played e-pianos, basses, and guitars with rich electronic textures, tracing a vibrant path between organic sound and electronic elegance. Indian elements, jazzy riffs, and trippy soundscapes alternate and intertwine, creating a refreshing and diverse sonic experience.
A special highlight is the track “Game for Two,” refined by the touching vocals and lyrics of Jens Paulsen’s daughter, Jele Mensen. Her voice brings a tender, heartfelt layer to the music, emphasizing the album’s central theme: the beauty found in shared moments along life’s journey.
Released on the renowned Lemongrassmusic label, Pleasant Journey is a soulful, elegant and richly textured experience — a soundtrack for your own personal travels, whether real or imaginary.
Step in, listen closely, and have a very pleasant journey.
Digital release date: June 27, 2025
Catalogue number: LGM470
Label: Lemongrassmusic – LC 12644
SINGLES (Click images to listen to the singles at Spotify):
1. Game For Two (May 16, 2025):
2. Dawn In The Street (May 30, 2025):
3. Trippin’ Ahead (June 13, 2025):
