On January 8, 2026, The Jazz Gallery hosted the opening night of the Pyroclastic Records Festival, featuring bassist Eric Revis alongside pianist Kris Davis and drummer Andrew Cyrille. This performance was part of a three-day festival curated by Davis, who founded Pyroclastic Records in 2016 to support artists challenging conventional genre boundaries. (jazzgallery.org)
Revis, known for his work with Branford Marsalis and his own ensembles, has a longstanding collaboration with Davis, evident in albums like "City of Asylum" (2013) and "Crowded Solitudes" (2016). (allaboutjazz.com) Cyrille, a veteran drummer with a rich history in avant-garde jazz, added depth to the trio's dynamic. The set showcased Revis's compositions from his 2020 release, "Slipknots Through a Looking Glass," highlighting the trio's intricate interplay and improvisational prowess. (allaboutjazz.com)
This performance was significant as it marked the first night of the Pyroclastic Records Festival at The Jazz Gallery, emphasizing the venue's role in presenting innovative jazz projects. (jazzgallery.org)
