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Forever

Matt Smiley

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“Adventurous multi directional compositions and improvisations from a one of a kind modern jazz octet!” David Pope - tenor saxophone Josh D. Reed - trumpet Briana Harris - soprano and alto saxophones Tom Amend - flute, Bb Read more

“Adventurous multi directional compositions and improvisations from a one of a kind modern jazz octet!”

David Pope - tenor saxophone Josh D. Reed - trumpet Briana Harris - soprano and alto saxophones Tom Amend - flute, Bb clarinet, bass clarinet Alex Nauman - guitar Ben Parrish - guitar Matt Smiley - bass, conducting Ron Coulter - drum set, percussion

Matt Smiley’s Forever was composed in a cabin in Peterborough, New Hampshire, as part of a residency at MacDowell. This is Smiley’s first album release for large ensemble, featuring musicians from all over the United States. The octet music contains pieces written with traditional notation, open improvisation, graphic/text scores, and conducted game pieces, inspired by Julius Hemphill, Ornette Coleman, and Meredith Monk.

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    Hemphill AD 6:23
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    Conducted no. 2 4:21
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    Cold Rain no.1 2:50
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    E Minor 3:34
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    Hydra 6:39
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    Dice Games, Part One 6:43
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    Dice Games, Part Two 8:21
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    Beady Eyes No. 1 4:31
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    Thermostat 4:38
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    Hemphill-Ives 5:11
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    Monk-Hollenbeck 5:13
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    Monk 7:24
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    Beady Eyes no. 2 6:47
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    Cold Rain no. 2 3:08
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    Conducted no. 1 5:27
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    Conducted no. 4 4:04
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Cloud Country

Alex Nauman / Ron Coulter

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Guitarist Alex Nauman and percussionist Ron Coulter team up for a delightful set of improvised sketches in their newest release "Cloud Country." Seven tracks cover a remarkable amount of sonic territory, from purity and Read more

Guitarist Alex Nauman and percussionist Ron Coulter team up for a delightful set of improvised sketches in their newest release "Cloud Country." Seven tracks cover a remarkable amount of sonic territory, from purity and solace to downright putrid and evil, listeners will embark on a bizarre journey of experimental bebop, sound effects, noise, and converging melodies that often feel like a black hole folding in on itself.

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    General Sense of Unease 5:01
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    Cloud Country 9:31
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    Get It All Out 3:59
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    Tangled Trunk 4:47
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    Several Intrusive Thoughts Appearing At The Same Time 5:52
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    No More Bread 5:58
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    Any Minute Now 4:57
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Meadowlark

Alex Nauman Trio

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Meadowlark is a heartfelt collection of Alex’s favorite original compositions, written over the past eight years. Best described as retro-tinged "surf jazz", listeners can expect dynamic compositions, dreamy textures, and adventurous improvisation inspired by the styles of Julian Lage and Bill Frisell.

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    Night of the Mantis 2:27
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    Tragic City 5:42
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    Meadowlark 5:04
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    Stonecats 3:06
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    Big Eyes 4:44
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    No Crumbs 1:25
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    The Cozy Mosey 4:16
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    The Pit 4:14
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    Nimbus 6:04
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    Lala Means I Love You 4:48
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    Pretty Slow 5:03
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Live at Thirsty Street

Pattern Addicts

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New live recordings from the groovy psychedelic prog guitar army known as Pattern Addicts! Taken from a live gig February 7th, 2026, this electric five song power-set blasts through a wide range of genres, feelings and Read more

New live recordings from the groovy psychedelic prog guitar army known as Pattern Addicts! Taken from a live gig February 7th, 2026, this electric five song power-set blasts through a wide range of genres, feelings and time signatures while maintaining a cohesive vibe thanks to strong composition, arranging, and musical chops by everyone in the band!

Alex Nauman - guitar & compositions ‪ParkerBrown‬ -guitar Alex Peel - guitar Pete Tolton - guitar Erik Gothberg - bass Pat Epley - drums

Pete Bolenbaugh - trumpet (track 5) Sam Woodis - saxophone (track 5) John J. Roberts - trombone (track 5)

Monte Nickles - audio production Pete Tolton - video production & editing Aaron Martin - film crew

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    Monstera 4:13
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    Lily Pond 5:11
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    The Scroller 3:26
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    Discovery 4:47
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    Experiment No. 2 5:55
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Pattern Addicts (Vol. 1)

Alex Nauman

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Psychedelic prog jazz featuring layer upon layer of fusion guitar goodness. Alex presents a fresh vision of shred guitar vibes paired with lush arrangements and ensemble textures.

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    Discovery 3:05
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    Lily Pond 4:32
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    Monstera 4:27
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    The Scroller 3:05
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    Kinda Dicey 4:03
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    Panorama 3:32
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    Experiment #2 3:25
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    Orbit 3:13
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Gom Jabbar

Matt Smiley

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Acoustic jazz trio instrumentation augmented by live electronic filtering brings this set of highly original music to life. Matt Smiley leads the quartet through eleven pieces inspired by Frank Herberts' legendary sci-fi Read more

Acoustic jazz trio instrumentation augmented by live electronic filtering brings this set of highly original music to life. Matt Smiley leads the quartet through eleven pieces inspired by Frank Herberts' legendary sci-fi novel "Dune."
Heath Walton (Tenor Sax), Zeb Benham (electronics), Matt Smiley (Bass), Dru Heller (Drum Set). Mixed and mastered by Colin Bricker at Mighty Fine Productions in Denver, CO. Album design by Annie Booth.

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    Jupiter 4:38
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    The Golden Path 5:27
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    Semi-Spheres 4:04
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    Desert Collection 8:49
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    No Ice 5:19
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    Kyzliak 4:52
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    Parker 5:25
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    Three Imperfect Days 6:02
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    Feral Hogs 6:15
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    Structures 6:03
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    Cobra 7:48
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Apocalypse Scorpion

Endgame Trio (Alex Nauman/Matt Smiley/Dru Heller)

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Post-apocalyptic, stream of consciousness/composition exercise featuring Alex Nauman on guitar, Matt Smiley on bass, and Dru Heller on drums. This explosive trio explores themes of darkness, depression, and anger, all Read more

Post-apocalyptic, stream of consciousness/composition exercise featuring Alex Nauman on guitar, Matt Smiley on bass, and Dru Heller on drums. This explosive trio explores themes of darkness, depression, and anger, all while keeping a constant thread of signature group interplay. Moments of extreme density flow seamlessly into beautiful melodic playing by all three members of the trio!

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    High Tide 19:56
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    Low Tide 21:44
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Free Range

Art Deco (Matt Smiley)

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Matt Smiley leads an all star band featuring Josh Reed (trumpet), Brianna Harris (alto), Alex Nauman (guitar), and Dru Heller (drums). Group interplay and playfulness shine through in this set of all original music. A Read more

Matt Smiley leads an all star band featuring Josh Reed (trumpet), Brianna Harris (alto), Alex Nauman (guitar), and Dru Heller (drums). Group interplay and playfulness shine through in this set of all original music. A beautiful album that showcases Matt's forward thinking compositional prowess. Additional songwriting contributions by Brianna and Alex round out the album and show off the versatility of these highly accomplished players.

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    First Waltz 6:46
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    Pale Moonlight 5:52
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    A Circus 1:38
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    Scuffle 7:20
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    Varese 5:45
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    Gonzo 4:29
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    Superheroes 2:41
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    Lizard Eyes 3:52
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    Moles Can Rock 5:24
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    Breathe In, Breathe Out 7:36
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Climate Change Suite in Four Movements

Billings Fringe Orchestra

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The Music: The music on this disc is a sonic representation of scientific data related to climate change across our planet. Several sections consist of musical interpretations of historic CO2 levels in our atmosphere. Read more

The Music:

The music on this disc is a sonic representation of scientific data related to climate change across our planet. Several sections consist of musical interpretations of historic CO2 levels in our atmosphere. Others represent Antarctic ice mass over time or rainfall patterns across the United States. These field recordings have been edited down and arranged into a four-part orchestra suite by Bob Brown of Ships In Studios, based in Billings, Montana. This collaboration has been a time to reflect on universal themes of change, exploring both large scale geologic processes and today's current political and societal situations. All proceeds of the sales of this recording will be donated to climate change research.

The Orchestra:

The Billings Fringe Orchestra is a constantly evolving group of improvising musicians based across Montana. Our mission is to cross musical boundaries by bringing together players of all ages, skills, and genres to perform large-scale group improvisations as well as original compositions. The product of putting people from all walks of life together into a new (and sometimes uncomfortable) musical situation is an incredible ensemble playing new music which reaches an exciting space between total chaos and incredible beauty.

Billings Fringe Orchestra is: Anna Paige (flute), Emma Stannard (clarinet), Matt Austin (tenor saxophone), Jade Gjerde (french horn), Tony Hammond (trombone), MJ Williams (trombone), Peyton Ellis (accordion), Ryan Riley (percussion), Gina Anton (percussion), Luke Kestner (marina & piano), Nancy Owens (violin), Alex Nauman (acoustic bass), David Banuelos (electric bass), Nathaniel Smallwood mandolin), Bob Brown (electronic manipulation).

Recorded live June 4th, 2017 at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, MT

Never-ending thanks to everyone who has contributed time, money, skills, and support in ways both big and small to this project. Special thanks to Bob Brown for all the hard work and always believing in new music!

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    I 11:55
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    II 9:23
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    III 9:23
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    IV 8:02
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Peaceful Contact Proved Elusive

Alex Nauman / Matt Smiley

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Experimental Duo Album! Alex Nauman: Guitar, Frame Drum Matt Smiley: Acoustic Bass, Electric Bass, Gong

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    Hic Hip 5:16
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    Bends (clean) 2:43
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    GC 1-12 8:46
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    Rotting Watermelons 3:22
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    Free Jazz Sketches 18:04
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    Ice Trains A 1:40
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    Ice Trains B 3:49
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    Ice Trains D 3:53
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    Ice Trains C 1:12
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    Take the Bandaid Off 4:57
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    GC 12-1 6:31
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    Lorraine is a good name for a bat 6:02
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