About this album
Sound:
"A frenetic fusion of jazz, metal, and avant-garde rock that blurs genre boundaries with intensity."
Where they were
Released on November 11, 2011, 'Live Blackjazz' captures Shining during a transformative period following their critically acclaimed album 'Blackjazz' in 2010. This live album showcases the band's unique blend of jazz and heavy metal, solidifying their reputation as innovators in the progressive rock scene.
Why it matters
'Live Blackjazz' received significant attention for its bold approach to live performance, merging complex jazz improvisation with aggressive rock elements. The album was noted for revitalizing the genre and influenced a wave of experimental bands seeking to push genre limits.
Essential tracks
- "21st Century Schizoid Man" — This iconic cover transforms King Crimson's classic into a chaotic outburst of sound, exemplifying Shining's ability to reinterpret progressive rock through a jazz lens.
- "The Madness and the Damage Done" — A powerful composition that highlights the band’s intricate rhythms and dark thematic content, it encapsulates the tension between chaos and order prevalent throughout the album.
- "Fisheye" — This track showcases Shining's mastery of blending atmospheric soundscapes with aggressive instrumentation, creating an immersive listening experience.
Release Date
November 11, 2011
Artist Origin
Norway
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Fisheye 7:24
- 2 The Madness and the Damage Done 5:42
- 3 In the Kingdom of Kitsch You Will Be a Monster 5:53
- 4 The Red Room 3:03
- 5 Goretex Weather Report 5:38
- 6 Winterreise 6:14
- 7 Exit Sun 9:35
- 8 Healter Skelter 6:35
- 9 21st Century Schizoid Man 11:58
Disc 2
- 1 The Madness and the Damage Done 6:01
- 2 Fisheye 7:46
- 3 In the Kingdom of Kitsch You Will Be a Monster 7:11
- 4 The Red Room 3:05
- 5 Omen 8:54
- 6 Goretex Weather Report 5:37
- 7 Winterreise 6:16
- 8 Exit Sun 9:34
- 9 Healter Skelter 6:41
- 10 21st Century Schizoid Man 15:10
- 11 RMGDN 19:53
