Man On Land + Lihi Haruvi EPK

MAN ON LAND + LIHI HARUVI
EPK

Man On Land is a Boston-based jazz trio consisting of pianist Brian Friedland, bassist Greg Loughman, and drummer Austin McMahon. Since forming in 2009, the group has performed nearly a hundred originals and imaginative arrangements, releasing three critically praised albums. Their sound is defined by deep collaboration, dynamic group interplay, and a spirit of spontaneity—reflected even in their name, which combines the last syllables of each member’s name.

Over the past 15 years, Man On Land has cultivated a loyal following through engaging and uplifting performances at more than a dozen Boston venues and concert series, including The Mad Monkfish, The Beehive, Jazz Sundays at the Square Root, and the Eliot Schoolyard Series. Their 2025 album release concert with Mandorla Music was a sold-out event.

Man On Land's latest album, Echo the Hills (April 2025), features acclaimed saxophonist Lihi Haruvi, whose stunning tone and captivating playing have made her an in-demand artist across the globe. The album highlights the group’s versatility and imagination, drawing inspiration from a wide spectrum of influences—including Chick Corea, Ornette Coleman, Nirvana, and Cole Porter—while showcasing the quartet’s vibrant connection. All four musicians are faculty at Berklee College of Music, with Loughman and Haruvi also teaching at Berklee’s Global Jazz Institute.

Praise for Man on Land with Lihi Haruvi: "Echo the Hills
"The mood and space between musicianship adds astounding clarity to each instrument - your attention rises and falls as you listen intently and travel the emotional landscape of these beautifully expressed distinct compositions."
–– Doug Hall, podcast host, "Talk About Jazz with Doug Hall" and "The Jazz Journey with Doug Hall"

Praise for Man on Land
“For the last 15 years Man On Land has been demonstrating that the musical whole can be even greater than the sum of the parts. All three write beautifully and their rapport is uncanny. Adding a new melodic voice to this rich ecosystem, Lihi Haruvi's dextrous sopranino sounds like it belongs, in the best way. The delight the four share in playing together is its own lively presence on the bandstand. I can't wait to hear more.”
–– Mark Redmond, Presenter, Mandorla Music

"When I listen to Man On Land I hear a big smile. The music has such positive energy like a celebration of life. The global elements combined with jazz and classical techniques grabs you and makes you listen. The intonation and sound of Lihi’s soprano saxophone is compelling. A must listen"
–– Jerry Bergonzi, internationally recognized jazz performer, composer, author, and educator