Pianist & producerJames Franciesfollows-up his acclaimed 2018 debutFlightwith the expansive opusPurest Form, an eclectic new album that taps into the essence of his artistry across 14 tracks that conjure a world of sounds and textures, interpreting love, grief, frailty, and fortitude. In addition to a core trio ofBurniss Travison bass andJeremy Duttonon drums, the album features alto saxophonistImmanuel Wilkins, vibraphonistJoel Ross, guitaristMike Moreno, and vocalistsPeyton,Elliott Skinner, andBilal.

Tracklist:

1. Adoration
2. Levitate
3. Transfiguration
4. Blown Away Feat. Peyton
5. Rose Water Feat. Elliot Skinner
6. My Favorite Things
7. Stratus
8. 713
9. Melting
10. Where We Stand
11. Freedmens Town
12. Eyes Wide Shut Feat. Bilal
13. Still Here
14. Oasis