Dan Warburton and Al Margolis, also known as 'If, Bwana' have come together on 'I am Sitting in Phill Niblock's Kitchen' (which surprisingly has several valid meanings for such an odd title). This single, nearly forty five minute piece was crafted specifically for a live collaboration that the two were scheduled to perform. To prepare for this, Warburton took all of his Margolis/If, Bwana records and time stretched them all to precisely forty five minutes long, which was their estimated performance length. This essentially yielded nearly 100 tracks, which he was then able to piece together into a single, cohesive track, which he then gave to Margolis to finalize a mix. This took place in a kitchen owned by one Phill Niblock. Recording and mixing in all of the surrounding ambiences, passing traffic, etc. as the track was played back, they finally had a 'finished' product which would serve as the backdrop for their live improvisations.

The piece we've been presented with here, is a stoic soundscape, slowly changing, evolving over time. It's difficult to put such work into words, as it is much more a visual, visceral experience. It's one to listen to in the dark (or dim), close your eyes and just let it draw you in. From drones, to airy ambience to field recordings, to the occasional sharpness'æ The records starts with almost the exact same tones as it ends, so it could also be played on repeat rather seamlessly, which you just might want to do. The end result of Dan Warburton and If, Bwana's work together is definitely not to be missed and if you're like me, you just may find it to be a springboard into both of their back catalogues as well.