Mary Halvorson - Meltframe (2015, Firehouse 12) -

In contrast, her cover of Duke Ellington's "Solitude" is performed with infinite patience and a shimmering, clean tone. Tracklist & Production

Originally intended to focus on jazz standards, the album evolved into a "personal statement" that traces Halvorson's musical path through pieces she deeply admires. The tracklist ranges from jazz giants like and Ornette Coleman to her own contemporaries. Mary Halvorson - Meltframe (2015, Firehouse 12)

The album kicks off with a fuzzed-out, "nasty" take on Oliver Nelson's "Cascades" . In contrast, her cover of Duke Ellington's "Solitude"

Released on September 4, 2015, via Firehouse 12 Records, is the first solo guitar album from avant-garde jazz luminary Mary Halvorson . Known for her work in various ensembles, this project captures a rare, solitary look at her singular voice through ten interpretations of modern jazz and contemporary compositions. The Vision Behind the Album The album kicks off with a fuzzed-out, "nasty"

A pivotal moment in the album's development was Halvorson's experience opening for (King Buzzo) of the Melvins. The intensity of those performances inspired her to dive deeper into the possibilities of solo guitar. Signature Sound & Performance

Halvorson uses her trademark and pitch-shifting effects to warp melodies into what some critics describe as "Dalí’s clocks". The album is noted for its range of textures, from "hard-rock riff-fests" to "desolate pools of melancholy".

Her interpretation of Chris Lightcap’s "Platform" features grunge-soaked power chords, while Carla Bley’s "Ida Lupino" is transformed into an indie-rock ballad.