Dive – Girls in Airports

Dive, released under the Mawi label, marks a turning point in the discography of Girls in Airports. The album stands out for the integration of Anders Vestergaard, whose percussion brings a more authoritative and energetic dimension to the group’s traditionally atmospheric sound.

The lineup—composed of two saxophones, clarinets, keyboards, and a double percussion/drum set—explores repetitive and progressive structures here. The repertoire moves away from the soloist-and-accompaniment format to focus on soundscapes that integrate influences from jazz-rock, folk, and contemporary minimalism.

With a focus on timbral cohesion, the record oscillates between deep meditation and rhythmic friction, consolidating a sonic identity that eludes conventional labels.