Russell Davis is a musician from Scotch Plains, NJ, trying to write music that makes your ears tingle. Every song on "Refracting, Reflecting" has a story or experience behind it. On "Refracting, Reflecting", Russell brings together a unique blend of styles and presents the listener with a different journey to explore on each track. All compositions were created by Russell Davis over the course of his college career. This album was the result of the 2016 UNC Jazz Studies Scholarship. Russell is influenced by artists such as: Robert Glasper, Walter Smith III, Gerald Clayton, Christian Scott, Chris Potter, Becca Stevens, Ben Wendel, Brian Blade, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Hiatus Kaiyote, The Reign of Kindo, Tides of Man, and many, many more. "An absolute powerhouse of a record...the premiere release from Russell Davis showcases some of the very best that UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer. Combining influences from jazz, post hardcore, and neo-soul, "refracting, reflecting" blends these genres into a unique soundscape that is unbelievably enjoyable. Davis is backed by an all-star cast of musicians from all over the country and the result is truly a work of art. Don't sleep on this release; it's worth every penny." - Colin Rothwell Credits: Russell Davis - Tenor Sax/Composition David Klingman - Piano/Rhodes Nathan Huvard - Guitar Evan Levine - Bass Atticus Reynolds - Drums Chris Sefton - Trumpet on Flickers and Disproportioned Produced by Chris Pope. Recorded at Appalachian State University. Art by Cameron Cook.