The Running Tide  is musically akin to the ebb and flow of water. Each composition is a canvas for improvised dialogue: some tell a story, others are humorous or ironic, some pay tribute to musical influences or a historic tragedy, and others are meditative, feel-based, or entirely free.

Thematically, the album embodies hope, sadness, humor, virtuositty, curiosity, groove and adventure.

Evans’ love affair with the trio format is rooted in her appreciation for Toby and Brett, and how they “respond to my adventurous and diverse ideas with utter enthusiasm and superlative musicianship.”

The jazz trio offers huge freedom and flexibility for improvised explorations. “When the other musicians are as skilled and imaginative as Brett and Toby, those explorations are an absolute joy.”

The recording took place in 2019 with renowned engineer Ross A’hern. Evans says  Ross feels like the fourth member of the group. “We were fortunate to record at Sony Studios, with Ross creating a perfect environment for playing freely… Ross has a meticulous attention to detail and deep love of jazz.” The Running Tide was mastered by Michael Lynch of Shoehorse Sound.