Jazz by Sun Ra
Sun Ra · 1957
44 min · 11 tracks · jazz fusion · swing · free jazz
A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz, blending experimental textures with deep grooves and unexpected rhythms.
Jazz by Sun Ra is an album by Sun Ra, released in 1957. A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz, blending experimental textures with deep grooves and unexpected rhythms. Critically acclaimed upon release, 'Jazz' is often noted for its innovative approach to jazz composition and improvisation. It helped to establish Sun Ra's reputation as a visionary artist within the genre, influencing subsequent movements like free jazz and experimental music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Jazz by Sun Ra sound like?
A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz, blending experimental textures with deep grooves and unexpected rhythms. Rooted in jazz fusion and swing.
What makes Jazz by Sun Ra by Sun Ra notable?
Critically acclaimed upon release, 'Jazz' is often noted for its innovative approach to jazz composition and improvisation. It helped to establish Sun Ra's reputation as a visionary artist within the genre, influencing subsequent movements like free jazz and experimental music. Released in 1957, 'Jazz' marked Sun Ra's emergence as a pioneering figure in avant-garde jazz, following his earlier work with the Arkestra. This album came during a period when Sun Ra was solidifying his unique style that fused traditional jazz with experimental elements, setting the stage for his later explorations into space music.
How many songs are on Jazz by Sun Ra?
Jazz by Sun Ra has 11 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Brainville Standout 4:13
- 2 Call for All Demons Standout 5:15
- 3 Transition 3:41
- 4 Possession 4:57
- 5 Street Named Hell 3:39
- 6 Lullaby for Realville Standout 4:42
- 7 Future 2:54
- 8 Swing a Little Taste 4:25
- 9 New Horizons 3:05
- 10 Fall Off the Log 3:59
- 11 Sun Song 3:37
Release Date
January 1, 1957
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
44 min 33 sec
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