McPhee/Parker/Lazro
Joe McPhee · 1996
63 min · 4 tracks · free jazz
A vibrant exploration of free jazz blending intricate saxophone improvisations with layered, atmospheric soundscapes.
McPhee/Parker/Lazro is an album by Joe McPhee, released in 1996. A vibrant exploration of free jazz blending intricate saxophone improvisations with layered, atmospheric soundscapes. McPhee/Parker/Lazro received critical acclaim for its bold experimentation and has since been recognized as a significant contribution to the free jazz genre. The album exemplifies the collaborative spirit of the 1990s avant-garde music scene, influencing subsequent artists who sought to push the boundaries of jazz improvisation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does McPhee/Parker/Lazro sound like?
A vibrant exploration of free jazz blending intricate saxophone improvisations with layered, atmospheric soundscapes. Rooted in free jazz.
What makes McPhee/Parker/Lazro by Joe McPhee notable?
McPhee/Parker/Lazro received critical acclaim for its bold experimentation and has since been recognized as a significant contribution to the free jazz genre. The album exemplifies the collaborative spirit of the 1990s avant-garde music scene, influencing subsequent artists who sought to push the boundaries of jazz improvisation. By 1996, Joe McPhee was already a respected figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, known for his innovative work as both a musician and composer. This album marked a collaboration with fellow musicians William Parker and Bruno Lazro, showcasing McPhee's ability to fuse diverse influences into an engaging dialogue within the context of free jazz.
How many songs are on McPhee/Parker/Lazro?
McPhee/Parker/Lazro has 4 tracks, running approximately 63 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Emmet’s Inch Standout 36:54
- 2 The Snake and the Scorpion 4:33
- 3 Fire on the Water Standout 7:02
- 4 And Eagle’s Mile Standout 14:55
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