# Talk Memory — BADBADNOTGOOD - **Artist:** [BADBADNOTGOOD](https://musiclist.ca/artist/badbadnotgood) - **Format:** ALBUM - **Release Date:** 2021-10-08 - **Record Label:** XL Recordings - **Total Tracks:** 8 - **MusicList Registry URL:** https://musiclist.ca/releases/talk-memory - **Spotify:** https://open.spotify.com/album/594yqwr1MOvVX0UBnOWftY - **Apple Music:** https://music.apple.com/ca/album/talk-memory/1588423908 ## The Story of the Release Talk Memory is the fifth studio album by acclaimed Canadian instrumental jazz-fusion trio BADBADNOTGOOD (Chester Hansen, Leland Whitty, Alexander Sowinski). Recorded entirely in Toronto and Los Angeles using live tape machines and analog instrumentation, the album represents a triumphant return to improvised jazz expression. Talk Memory features monumental orchestral arrangements from legendary Brazilian maestro Arthur Verocai, alongside guest appearances from Laraaji, Karriem Riggins, Terrace Martin, and Brandee Younger. Mixed completely to analog tape by Grammy-winner Russell Elevado, the album received universal critical acclaim, earning a 2022 Juno Award nomination. ## Canadian Press & Critical Reception > "Talk Memory is BADBADNOTGOOD's grandest and most emotionally articulate work yet, balancing raw jazz improvisation with sweeping orchestral mastery." > — **Exclaim!** by Allie Gregory (2021-10-08) [Read Article](https://exclaim.ca/music/article/badbadnotgood_announce_new_album_talk_memory) > "BADBADNOTGOOD reconnect with the organic spirit of live musicianship, creating an expansive cinematic dialogue between Toronto and Rio de Janeiro." > — **PAN M 360** by Alain Brunet (2021-10-08) [Read Article](https://panm360.com/records/badbadnotgood-talk-memory/) > "With Arthur Verocai's luminous string arrangements and Russell Elevado's warm analog mix, Talk Memory is an expansive tribute to jazz fusion." > — **Pitchfork** by Andy Beta (2021-10-12) [Read Article](https://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/badbadnotgood-talk-memory/) ## Official Music Videos & Visual Direction ### "Signal From the Noise" (Official Music Video) - **Watch:** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMEto80a2HY - **Track:** 01 on Talk Memory - **Description:** Official music video directed by Duncan Loudon, starring Steve Stamp (People Just Do Nothing). - **Visual & Directorial Credits:** - **Duncan Loudon**: Director [SOURCED] ### "Beside April" (Official Music Video) - **Watch:** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqJxKXO0TEk - **Track:** 04 on Talk Memory - **Description:** Official music video directed by Camille Summers-Valli, shot on 35mm film. - **Visual & Directorial Credits:** - **Camille Summers-Valli**: Director [SOURCED] ### "Love Proceeding" (Official Music Video) - **Watch:** https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRDmyRJsPwM - **Track:** 05 on Talk Memory - **Description:** Official short film and music video directed by Jamal Burger, shot on 16mm black and white film in Toronto's Regent Park. - **Visual & Directorial Credits:** - **Jamal Burger**: Director & Cinematographer [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/jamal-burger) ## Complete Track-by-Track Liner Notes & Credits ### 01. Signal From the Noise (9:03) - **Production:** - **BADBADNOTGOOD**: Composers, Producers, Performers [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/artist/badbadnotgood) - **Sam Shepard**: Additional Production [SOURCED] - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Alexander Sowinski**: Drums, Percussion [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/alexander-sowinski) - **Chester Hansen**: Bass Guitar, Synthesizers [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) - **Leland Whitty**: Electric Guitar, Tenor Saxophone [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) ### 02. Unfolding (Momentum 73) (feat. Laraaji) (4:30) - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Laraaji**: Electric Zither, Ambient Effects [SOURCED] - **Chester Hansen**: Bass, Synthesizer [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) - **Leland Whitty**: Woodwinds, Flute [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) - **Alexander Sowinski**: Drums [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/alexander-sowinski) ### 03. City of Mirrors (feat. Arthur Verocai) (3:50) - **Production:** - **Arthur Verocai**: String Arrangements & Conductor [SOURCED] - **BADBADNOTGOOD**: Performers, Producers [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/artist/badbadnotgood) - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Chester Hansen**: Electric Bass, Rhodes [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) - **Leland Whitty**: Acoustic & Electric Guitars [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) - **Alexander Sowinski**: Drums, Percussion [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/alexander-sowinski) ### 04. Beside April (feat. Karriem Riggins, Arthur Verocai) (5:14) - **Production:** - **Arthur Verocai**: String Arrangements [SOURCED] - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Karriem Riggins**: Featured Percussion [SOURCED] - **Leland Whitty**: Guitars, Saxophone [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) - **Chester Hansen**: Bass Guitar [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) - **Alexander Sowinski**: Drums [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/alexander-sowinski) ### 05. Love Proceeding (feat. Arthur Verocai) (5:26) - **Production:** - **Arthur Verocai**: Orchestral String Arrangements [SOURCED] - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Leland Whitty**: Tenor Saxophone, Guitars [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) - **Chester Hansen**: Bass Guitar, Keyboards [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) - **Alexander Sowinski**: Drums, Cymbals [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/alexander-sowinski) ### 06. Timid Intimidating (6:17) - **Production:** - **BADBADNOTGOOD**: Composers, Producers, Performers [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/artist/badbadnotgood) - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Leland Whitty**: Guitars, Flute [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) - **Chester Hansen**: Bass, Synthesizers [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) - **Alexander Sowinski**: Drums, Percussion [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/alexander-sowinski) ### 07. Beside April (Reprise) (feat. Arthur Verocai) (1:41) - **Production:** - **Arthur Verocai**: String Arrangements & Conductor [SOURCED] - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Leland Whitty**: Acoustic Guitar [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) - **Chester Hansen**: Upright Bass [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) ### 08. Talk Meaning (feat. Terrace Martin, Brandee Younger, Arthur Verocai) (6:14) - **Production:** - **Arthur Verocai**: String Arrangements [SOURCED] - **Engineering & Mixing:** - **Russell Elevado**: Mix Engineer [SOURCED] - **Performance & Session Musicians:** - **Terrace Martin**: Featured Alto Saxophone [SOURCED] - **Brandee Younger**: Featured Concert Harp [SOURCED] - **Leland Whitty**: Tenor Saxophone, Guitars [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/leland-whitty) - **Chester Hansen**: Bass Guitar [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/chester-hansen) - **Alexander Sowinski**: Drums [SOURCED] [Profile](https://musiclist.ca/person/alexander-sowinski) --- *Documented and verified via MusicList.ca — Canada's Independent Music Registry.*