Six years ago, after returning to Israel from the USA, the charismatic trumpeter Avishai Cohen founded the energetic band Big Vicious with longtime friends. Together, they redefined the group's musical direction and created most of their current compositions collectively. Although all members originally come from a jazz background, some of them turned to other styles early on. Each brings their individual musical experiences to the table, which significantly shape the band's sound. Electronic sounds, psychedelic and ambient elements are incorporated, as well as grooves and beats from genres such as rock, pop, and trip-hop. An open approach to cover versions of various styles is also a central element of Big Vicious' artistic vision. The debut album was recorded in August 2019 at La Buissonne Studios in the south of France, produced by Manfred Eicher, and is being released while the band is preparing for an extensive international tour.[1][3]
