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MENACHEM ZIBZINER ~ PULSE NOT ON LABEL (Barcode: 198026551825) ~ ISRAEL ~ Jazz Recorded: 2024 Released: 2025 There is no doubt that Menachem ZibzinerFind albums by this artist’s pulse can still be felt strongly, which for people of our generation is not that obvious. And I don’t mean his body’s pulse of course (in case you wonder), but his musical pulsations, which have been a part of his persona for as long as I can remember. He was one of the Israeli Jazz scene most active instigators in the 1990s, leading the MinuetteFind albums by this artist ensemble and releasing several albums with them, as well as being involved with other musical ventures. It is therefore most welcome to hear his music pulsating again. The intimate guitar trio format, which also involves the next generation of the Zibziner family, continues the practice of amalgamating several musical trends, including ethnic influences, and creating a cross-genre experience, with a fragrance of openness and melodic elegance. Just grab a glass of wine, relax and enjoy… Side Note The above are my liner notes included on this album's artwork. I am honored when asked by the Artists to write liner notes for their albums, always hoping that my words reflect the true spirit of the music. This is also a symbol of our mutual respect and friendship developed over the years. The same is also true when Record Labels ask me to write liner notes for their releases, mostly in the case of reissues of archival albums, which is a symbol of their appreciation of my knowledge and historical perspective and my recognition of their dedication to the preservation of the history of recorded music and the effort to keep human Culture and Aesthetics alive.

Updated: 22/01/2026Posted: 22/01/2026

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