Mayan Temples
Sun Ra · 1990
79 min · 13 tracks · jazz fusion · swing · free jazz
A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz, blending intricate rhythms with ethereal melodies and improvisational flair.
Mayan Temples is an album by Sun Ra, released in 1990. A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz, blending intricate rhythms with ethereal melodies and improvisational flair. 'Mayan Temples' is significant for its experimental approach, contributing to the avant-garde jazz movement while also reflecting Sun Ra's unique blend of spirituality and cosmic themes. The album received positive reviews from critics, reinforcing Sun Ra's influence on future generations of musicians in both jazz and experimental genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mayan Temples sound like?
A cosmic journey through avant-garde jazz, blending intricate rhythms with ethereal melodies and improvisational flair. Rooted in jazz fusion and swing.
What makes Mayan Temples by Sun Ra notable?
'Mayan Temples' is significant for its experimental approach, contributing to the avant-garde jazz movement while also reflecting Sun Ra's unique blend of spirituality and cosmic themes. The album received positive reviews from critics, reinforcing Sun Ra's influence on future generations of musicians in both jazz and experimental genres. By 1990, Sun Ra was an established figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, having released over 100 albums since his debut in the 1950s. 'Mayan Temples' serves as a late-career exploration of his signature space music style, following the critically acclaimed 'Hours After' from 1989. This album showcases his continued innovation and mastery of blending free jazz with complex arrangements.
How many songs are on Mayan Temples?
Mayan Temples has 13 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Dance of the Language Barrier 3:58
- 2 Bygone 5:15
- 3 Discipline No. 1 Standout 4:57
- 4 Alone Together 7:02
- 5 Prelude to Stargazers 5:17
- 6 Mayan Temples Standout 7:40
- 7 I'll Never Be the Same 4:57
- 8 Stardust From Tomorrow 3:38
- 9 El Is the Sound of Joy Standout 5:26
- 10 Time After Time 4:21
- 11 Opus in Springtime 6:41
- 12 Theme on the Stargazers 14:09
- 13 Sunset on the Night on the River Nile 5:42
Release Date
January 1, 1990
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
79 min 3 sec
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