12 Tribes Of Mars - Hidden Sun

The most enjoyable bands are those that not only surprise and amaze, but also confuse, in a positive way. Listening to the long awaited debut album of 12 Tribes Of Mars is a bit jarring. Lazy laid back beats, uptempo poppy tight rhythms, post-rock constructions, catchy themes, electronica effects. And always that recurring reggae, dub vibe and melodic earworms with many escapes towards jazz and free improvisation: how do you get it together? These are quirky musicians looking for authentic ways to express themselves.

 

Not in a crazy way. All members of 12 Tribes of Mars are trained jazz musicians who thrive at the border between genres. Here you hear craftsmanship—carefully and cleverly crafted compositions and musicians who know what they are doing. Imagine an afternoon on a sunny green lawn in a park, relaxed and spacious without losing clarity. With eyes closed, you drift into a dream and then wake in a vibrant dance club. Through their music, 12 Tribes of Mars takes you to diverse worlds within the universe of sound.

THE DEBUT ALBUM "HIDDEN SUN" WILL BE RELEASED ON THE 23rd MARCH 2026

AND IT IS AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER ON DIGITAL AND ON VINYL!

 

 

Personnel
: Andrius Dereviancenko – saxophone/fx
 / James McClure – trumpet/fx
 / Azubike Onwuka – bass guitar
 / Robin Engelhard – guitar
 / Onno Govaert – drums

Production: Recorded at Ruigoord by Mozes Meijer
 / Mixed by Ruben Kieftenbelt
 / Mastered by Attie Bauw
 / Artwork and graphic design by Goytung