Alabaster DePlume – Come With Fierce Grace

"Come With Fierce Grace" by Alabaster DePlume has been received with enthusiasm, being heralded as uplifting music for these tumultuous times, a treasure for jazz enthusiasts and anyone with an appreciation for creatively rich art​1​. This album distinguishes itself from DePlume's previous work "GOLD" by spotlighting guest vocalists, such as Falle Nioke and Momoko Gill, who add layers of inviting warmth and delicate beauty, respectively, to the tracks 'Sibomandi' and 'Did You Know'​.

The saxophonist and poet's work is lauded for its eclecticism and the involvement of Britain's top jazz musicians, making the music defy easy classification. The album is described as a looser, more eclectic counterpart to "GOLD", showcasing DePlume's unique blend of spontaneous composition and collective improvisation​​.

Furthermore, "Come With Fierce Grace" carries the magical essence of DePlume's sound but with an expanded scope for collaboration and exploration of embryonic ideas previously developed, marking it as not just a sequel to "GOLD" but a worthy companion piece in its own right​. Even though some tracks may not have distinctive identities, the album has been embraced for its inherent connection to its predecessor and its standalone merits​5.