The Swing Feel

An abstract representation of the swung eighth note—the elusive, unquantifiable rhythm that is the heartbeat of jazz.

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    Memento of Mastery

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    The Rhythmic Feel of the Swung Eighth Note

The Swing Feel tee graphic, a geometric minimalist design inspired by the swing music notation and early jazz festival posters on a black background
The Swing Feel tee graphic, a geometric minimalist design inspired by the swing music notation and early jazz festival posters on a black background
The Swing Feel tee graphic, a geometric minimalist design inspired by the swing music notation and early jazz festival posters on a white background
The Swing Feel tee graphic, a geometric minimalist design inspired by the swing music notation and early jazz festival posters on a white background
Outline of the The Swing feel graphic
Outline of the The Swing feel graphic

In jazz, precision is a prerequisite, but the feel is everything. The swing is the fundamental rhythmic element that gives the music its life—a lopsided, lilting interpretation of the eighth note that can be felt but never perfectly notated. It is the lifelong pursuit of every musician, the subtle signature that defines a player's voice.

This design deconstructs that concept into its essential forms. Inspired by the bold geometry of classic jazz festival posters, the artwork represents the triplet-based rhythm of swung notes in a dynamic, almost dancing figure. The accented triplet, the mathematical basis of the feel, is highlighted in the signature red. The form is intentionally abstract because the swing is not a science to be written, but an intuition to be mastered.

The product

The Swing Feel Tee in black, showing the high-density white embroidery on the chest.
The Swing Feel Tee in black, showing the high-density white embroidery on the chest.
The Swing Feel Tee in white, showing the high-density white embroidery on the chest.
The Swing Feel Tee in white, showing the high-density white embroidery on the chest.

Product Details

Fit :
Relaxed
Material :
220gsm 100% combed ring-spun cotton

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