Inner Worlds
Mahavishnu Orchestra · 1976
44 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · progressive rock · instrumental rock
A kaleidoscopic fusion of jazz, rock, and Indian classical music envelops the listener in intricate soundscapes.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions layered, dense sonic textures dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1976, 'Inner Worlds' was the Mahavishnu Orchestra's fourth studio album, coming after the critically acclaimed 'Birds of Fire'. At this point, the band was navigating a more spiritual direction under John McLaughlin's vision, moving away from their earlier aggressive fusion style toward more introspective and melodic elements.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, progressive rock, instrumental rock
Inner Worlds is an album by Mahavishnu Orchestra, released in 1976. A kaleidoscopic fusion of jazz, rock, and Indian classical music envelops the listener in intricate soundscapes. 'Inner Worlds' is notable for its ambitious blend of genres that helped shape the jazz fusion movement. The album received critical acclaim and contributed to the band's reputation as pioneers in merging Eastern musical influences with Western rock and jazz traditions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Inner Worlds sound like?
A kaleidoscopic fusion of jazz, rock, and Indian classical music envelops the listener in intricate soundscapes. Rooted in jazz fusion and progressive rock.
What makes Inner Worlds by Mahavishnu Orchestra notable?
'Inner Worlds' is notable for its ambitious blend of genres that helped shape the jazz fusion movement. The album received critical acclaim and contributed to the band's reputation as pioneers in merging Eastern musical influences with Western rock and jazz traditions. Released in 1976, 'Inner Worlds' was the Mahavishnu Orchestra's fourth studio album, coming after the critically acclaimed 'Birds of Fire'. At this point, the band was navigating a more spiritual direction under John McLaughlin's vision, moving away from their earlier aggressive fusion style toward more introspective and melodic elements.
Who is Inner Worlds for?
Inner Worlds works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, layered, dense sonic textures and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Inner Worlds?
Inner Worlds has 10 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All in the Family 6:01
- 2 Miles Out Standout 6:44
- 3 In My Life 3:22
- 4 Gita Standout 4:27
- 5 Morning Calls 1:23
- 6 The Way of the Pilgrim 5:15
- 7 River of My Heart 3:40
- 8 Planetary Citizen 2:14
- 9 Lotus Feet Standout 4:23
- 10 Inner Worlds, Parts 1 & 2 6:37
Release Date
January 1, 1976
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
44 min 10 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
