Lundgren was joined by two of the most disciplined and respected "engine room" players in modern jazz: (bass) and Kenny Washington (drums). Together, they recorded In New York for the independent Japanese label Marshmallow Records . A Masterclass in Standards and Originals
The tracklist was a blend of Lundgren’s personal favorites and selections from producer Mitsuo Johfu. It served as a bridge between the American Songbook and Lundgren’s sophisticated European sensibilities.
The subject "janlundgren.innewyork.zip" refers to the acclaimed recording sessions of Swedish jazz pianist in New York City . While he has two notable "New York" projects—the 1996 album New York Calling and the 2005 album In New York —the latter is a cornerstone of his mid-career discography, recently reissued to critical acclaim.
The album featured two Lundgren compositions, "Negotiations" and "M.Z.".
Lundgren rounded out the session with heavy-hitting standards like Benny Golson’s "Stablemates," John Coltrane’s "Straight Street," and Wayne Shorter’s "This Is for Albert". The Sound: "The Great European Songbook"
Lundgren’s relationship with New York began much earlier than 2005. In 2000, he became the to perform at Carnegie Hall during the "Swedish Jazz Salutes the USA" concert. This legacy of bridging two continents continues today through his leadership of the Ystad Sweden Jazz Festival and his ongoing work with the Mare Nostrum trio .