Odyssey of Iska
Wayne Shorter · 1971
40 min · 5 tracks · jazz fusion · post-bop · crossover
A kaleidoscopic blend of free jazz exploration and structured melodic themes unfolds throughout the album.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing exploration
- Context
- By the time 'Odyssey of Iska' was released in July 1971, Wayne Shorter had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, following his tenure with the legendary Miles Davis Quintet. This album came shortly after his critically acclaimed work 'Speak No Evil' and marked a period where he began to explore more complex arrangements and broader thematic elements in his music.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, post-bop, crossover
Odyssey of Iska is an album by Wayne Shorter, released in 1971. A kaleidoscopic blend of free jazz exploration and structured melodic themes unfolds throughout the album. This album is notable for its ambitious fusion of jazz with world music influences, showcasing Shorter's progressive vision during a transformative era in jazz. It received positive reviews, particularly for its innovative composition style, and has been cited as an influence on later generations of musicians seeking to blend genres within jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Odyssey of Iska sound like?
A kaleidoscopic blend of free jazz exploration and structured melodic themes unfolds throughout the album. Rooted in jazz fusion and post-bop.
What makes Odyssey of Iska by Wayne Shorter notable?
This album is notable for its ambitious fusion of jazz with world music influences, showcasing Shorter's progressive vision during a transformative era in jazz. It received positive reviews, particularly for its innovative composition style, and has been cited as an influence on later generations of musicians seeking to blend genres within jazz. By the time 'Odyssey of Iska' was released in July 1971, Wayne Shorter had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, following his tenure with the legendary Miles Davis Quintet. This album came shortly after his critically acclaimed work 'Speak No Evil' and marked a period where he began to explore more complex arrangements and broader thematic elements in his music.
Who is Odyssey of Iska for?
Odyssey of Iska works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing exploration.
How many songs are on Odyssey of Iska?
Odyssey of Iska has 5 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wind Standout 8:02
- 2 Storm Standout 8:19
- 3 Calm 3:24
- 4 De pois do amor o vazio 11:37
- 5 Joy Standout 9:01
Release Date
July 1, 1971
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 27 sec
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