A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke
Vijay Iyer · 2016
66 min · 9 tracks · jazz · progressive jazz
A fluid exploration of sound where jazz improvisation intertwines with Indian classical influences and evocative rhythmic patterns.
A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke is an album by Vijay Iyer, released in 2016. A fluid exploration of sound where jazz improvisation intertwines with Indian classical influences and evocative rhythmic patterns. This album received widespread critical acclaim, including a spot on several year-end lists and recognition from outlets like DownBeat and NPR. It showcases Iyer's unique ability to fuse complex rhythmic structures with emotional depth, cementing his influence in the modern jazz scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke sound like?
A fluid exploration of sound where jazz improvisation intertwines with Indian classical influences and evocative rhythmic patterns. Rooted in jazz and progressive jazz.
What makes A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke by Vijay Iyer notable?
This album received widespread critical acclaim, including a spot on several year-end lists and recognition from outlets like DownBeat and NPR. It showcases Iyer's unique ability to fuse complex rhythmic structures with emotional depth, cementing his influence in the modern jazz scene. Released in 2016, 'A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke' is Vijay Iyer's sixth album as a bandleader, following the critically acclaimed 'Break Stuff' (2015). At this point in his career, Iyer was already established as a prominent figure in contemporary jazz, known for his innovative approach that blends various musical traditions.
How many songs are on A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke?
A Cosmic Rhythm with Each Stroke has 9 tracks, running approximately 66 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Passage 6:15
- 2 A Cosmic Rhythm With Each Stroke: All Becomes Alive Standout 9:09
- 3 A Cosmic Rhythm With Each Stroke: The Empty Mind Receives 4:55
- 4 A Cosmic Rhythm With Each Stroke: Labyrinths 6:43
- 5 A Cosmic Rhythm With Each Stroke: A Divine Courage 9:12
- 6 A Cosmic Rhythm With Each Stroke: Uncut Emeralds Standout 7:43
- 7 A Cosmic Rhythm With Each Stroke: A Cold Fire 5:55
- 8 A Cosmic Rhythm With Each Stroke: Notes on Water 7:58
- 9 Marian Anderson Standout 8:23
Release Date
January 1, 2016
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
66 min 17 sec
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