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Emanon

Wayne Shorter · 2018

126 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · post-bop · crossover

A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and avant-garde improvisation that defies genre boundaries.

Emanon is an album by Wayne Shorter, released in 2018. A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and avant-garde improvisation that defies genre boundaries. 'Emanon' received widespread acclaim for its innovative compositions and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album. It represents an important addition to Shorter’s discography, highlighting his influence on contemporary jazz and engaging both traditional and modern audiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Emanon sound like?

A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and avant-garde improvisation that defies genre boundaries. Rooted in jazz fusion and post-bop.

What makes Emanon by Wayne Shorter notable?

'Emanon' received widespread acclaim for its innovative compositions and was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album. It represents an important addition to Shorter’s discography, highlighting his influence on contemporary jazz and engaging both traditional and modern audiences. Released in 2018, 'Emanon' is Wayne Shorter's first studio album in nearly a decade, following his acclaimed project 'Without a Net' from 2013. This album further solidifies Shorter's role as a visionary in jazz, showcasing his enduring creativity and collaboration with the legendary band, the Wayne Shorter Quartet.

How many songs are on Emanon?

Emanon has 10 tracks, running approximately 126 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·126:45

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Pegasus Standout 14:54
  • 2 Prometheus Unbound Standout 8:19
  • 3 Lotus Standout 15:16
  • 4 The Three Marias 12:29

Disc 2

  • 1 The Three Marias (Live In London/The Barbican, London, UK/2016) 27:31
  • 2 Lost And Orbits Medley (Live In London/The Barbican, London, UK/2016) 9:20

Disc 3

  • 1 Lotus (Live In London/The Barbican, London, UK/2016) 13:36
  • 2 She Moves Through The Fair (Live In London/The Barbican, London, UK/2016) 6:24
  • 3 Adventures Aboard the Golden Mean (Live In London/The Barbican, London, UK/2016) 4:30
  • 4 Prometheus Unbound (Live In London/The Barbican, London, UK/2016) 14:26

Release Date

January 1, 2018

Genre

crossover, jazz fusion, post-bop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

126 min 45 sec