Sirius Calling
Art Ensemble of Chicago · 2004
64 min · 14 tracks · free jazz
A vibrant tapestry of improvisation and sonic exploration, merging tradition with avant-garde jazz elements.
Sirius Calling is an album by Art Ensemble of Chicago, released in 2004. A vibrant tapestry of improvisation and sonic exploration, merging tradition with avant-garde jazz elements. 'Sirius Calling' was well-received, highlighting the Art Ensemble's role in the evolution of avant-garde jazz. The album features innovative compositions that reflect the group's long-standing influence on both jazz and experimental music scenes, ensuring its place in the genre's ongoing narrative. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Sirius Calling sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of improvisation and sonic exploration, merging tradition with avant-garde jazz elements. Rooted in free jazz.
What makes Sirius Calling by Art Ensemble of Chicago notable?
'Sirius Calling' was well-received, highlighting the Art Ensemble's role in the evolution of avant-garde jazz. The album features innovative compositions that reflect the group's long-standing influence on both jazz and experimental music scenes, ensuring its place in the genre's ongoing narrative. Released in 2004, 'Sirius Calling' marked a significant moment in the Art Ensemble of Chicago's career, coming after their celebrated works in the 1990s. This album continued their legacy of pushing boundaries within free jazz while showcasing their adaptability to contemporary sounds and themes.
How many songs are on Sirius Calling?
Sirius Calling has 14 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Sirius Calling Standout 3:27
- 2 Come on Y’all 4:10
- 3 Two-Twenty 2:23
- 4 He Took a Cab to Neptune Standout 6:24
- 5 Everyday’s a Perfect Day 2:48
- 6 Till Autumn 6:07
- 7 Dance of Circles Standout 5:39
- 8 Cruising With JJ 4:33
- 9 You Can’t Get Away 3:48
- 10 Taiko 8:48
- 11 There’s a Message for You 4:21
- 12 Slow Tenor and Bass 5:22
- 13 Voyage 3:32
- 14 The Council 3:30
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