The Musician Insight

The legendary jazz musician Avishai Cohen has just released the first single from Eternal Child, his upcoming album.

Performed with Itay Simhovich and Eviatar Slivnik, Lookie returns to the musical foundations of Cohen’s sound.

The counterpoint as nostalgia’s messenger

With its piano introduction, Lookie brings us back to the old-school Avishai Cohen, with his signature structure and tone.

Rooted in repetitive music, this track showcases Cohen’s mastery of the counterpoint. Each instrument’s unique phrasings adds a multitude of sonic textures. Colliding with the complex and layered rhythmic patterns intertwined, they create a rich fusion of timbres.

The call-and-response technique also plays a central role in the counterpoint’s structure, seamlessly tying the three instruments together. Highlighting the undeniable talents of ‌Simhovich and ‌Slivnik, Lookie is a testament to Avishai Cohen’s musical journey, conveying a sense of pure nostalgia.