Arild Andersen, one of jazzs most widely acclaimed bassists, presents his first solo album. Characteristically broad in its musical scope and creative range, Landloper was recorded primarily at Oslos Victoria Nasjonal Jazzscene (with one piece recorded at Arilds home). Choice of repertoire in this recital reflects on Arilds artistic journey, and, alongside Andersen originals (Dreamhorse, Mira, Landloper), we find Norwegian traditional music (Old Stev), a romantic jazz standard (A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square), and new light cast upon free jazz classics (Albert Aylers Ghosts, Ornette Colemans Lonely Woman, Charlie Hadens Song for Che).

Andersens performances combine his masterful bass playing with real-time creation of electronic loops that bring an atmospheric dimension to solo playing and fresh opportunities for interaction.