Orbits by The Circling Sun
Orbits, the sophomore LP from The Circling Sun, channels the cosmic energy of '70s spiritual jazz, filtered through synths, layered percussion, and ethereal choirs. The Aotearoa collective expand their sonic universe with nods to Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Azymuth, and ambient jazz — offering deep listening for jazz heads and newcomers alike.
Vinyl Tracklist:
Side A
1. Constellation
2. Mizu
3. Seki
4. Smina
Side B
1. Flying
2. Teeth
3. Evening
Tracklist
| 1. | Constellation | 7:31 |
| 2. | Mizu | 3:14 |
| 3. | Seki | 4:19 |
| 4. | Amina | 4:04 |
| 5. | Flying | 5:10 |
| 6. | Teeth | 7:22 |
| 7. | Evening | 4:33 |
| 8. | Flora and Fauna (Digital Only) | 4:20 |
| 9. | Realms (Digital Only) | 6:07 |
| 10. | Bliss (Part 2) (Digital Only) | 3:52 |
Credits
released July 11, 2025
THE CIRCLING SUN
Cameron Allen - Flute and Tenor Saxophone
Jong-Yun (J.Y.) Lee - Flute Alto, Tenor, Baritone and Soprano Saxophones, Bass Clarinet, Clarinet
Ben Turua - Acoustic Bass
Joe Kaptein - Piano, Fender Rhodes Electric Piano, Synthesizer, Guitar
Finn Scholes - Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Vibraphone, Tuba, Trombone, Marimba
Julien Dyne - Drums and Percussion
Kenny Sterling - Additional Percussion, Synthesizer, Choir Direction & Lyrics
SPECIAL GUESTS
John Bell - Tenor Horn, Cornet (A2, B3)
Daniel Ryland - Guitar (A4)
Cory Champion - Korg MS-20, Buchla Modular Synthesizer (All tracks)
Brandon Haru - Prophet Synthesizer (All tracks)
Semisi Ma'ia'i - Choir Lyrics (A4)
Featuring THE LOVE AFFINITY CHOIR
Kenny Sterling, Summer Vee, Crystal Chen , Semisi Ma'ia'i, Abigail Aroha Jensen, Carla Camilleri Samara Alofa, Navakatoa Tekela-Pule, Emily Fe'ao
RECORDED at:
Broome Recordings -Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa by Tom Broome
ADDITIONAL TRACKS RECORDED At:
The Audio Foundation -Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa by Matt Gunn
PERCUSSION / SYNTHESIZER & ADDITIONAL OVERDUBS RECORDED at:
Julien Dyne's Studio - Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa.
Produced, Arranged, Mixed by Julien Dyne
Co Production (MIZU) & Choir Lyrics / Direction by Kenny Sterling
Artwork: Matt Hunter & Julien Dyne
Design: Matt Hunter
Mastering & Lacquers: Frank Merritt, The Carvery
Pressing: Garcia & Co
THE CIRCLING SUN
Cameron Allen - Flute and Tenor Saxophone
Jong-Yun (J.Y.) Lee - Flute Alto, Tenor, Baritone and Soprano Saxophones, Bass Clarinet, Clarinet
Ben Turua - Acoustic Bass
Joe Kaptein - Piano, Fender Rhodes Electric Piano, Synthesizer, Guitar
Finn Scholes - Trumpet, Flugelhorn, Vibraphone, Tuba, Trombone, Marimba
Julien Dyne - Drums and Percussion
Kenny Sterling - Additional Percussion, Synthesizer, Choir Direction & Lyrics
SPECIAL GUESTS
John Bell - Tenor Horn, Cornet (A2, B3)
Daniel Ryland - Guitar (A4)
Cory Champion - Korg MS-20, Buchla Modular Synthesizer (All tracks)
Brandon Haru - Prophet Synthesizer (All tracks)
Semisi Ma'ia'i - Choir Lyrics (A4)
Featuring THE LOVE AFFINITY CHOIR
Kenny Sterling, Summer Vee, Crystal Chen , Semisi Ma'ia'i, Abigail Aroha Jensen, Carla Camilleri Samara Alofa, Navakatoa Tekela-Pule, Emily Fe'ao
RECORDED at:
Broome Recordings -Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa by Tom Broome
ADDITIONAL TRACKS RECORDED At:
The Audio Foundation -Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa by Matt Gunn
PERCUSSION / SYNTHESIZER & ADDITIONAL OVERDUBS RECORDED at:
Julien Dyne's Studio - Tamaki Makaurau, Aotearoa.
Produced, Arranged, Mixed by Julien Dyne
Co Production (MIZU) & Choir Lyrics / Direction by Kenny Sterling
Artwork: Matt Hunter & Julien Dyne
Design: Matt Hunter
Mastering & Lacquers: Frank Merritt, The Carvery
Pressing: Garcia & Co
License
All rights reserved.
Aotearoa based Jazz Band.