Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist Sam Rivers
- Series Tone Poet Series
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2019
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Contours by Sam Rivers.
Sam Rivers delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
Sam Rivers leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"Contours," the groundbreaking album by Sam Rivers, is a stunning exploration of modern jazz that captures the imagination with its innovative soundscapes and intricate musical dialogues. Released in 1970 on the prestigious Blue Note label, the record stands out for its daring combination of free improvisation and traditional jazz elements. Rivers, an illustrious saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist, leads his ensemble through a labyrinth of themes that ebb and flow with spontaneity. With tracks like "Beatrice" and "Preamble," the album showcases Rivers' unparalleled ability to weave complex melodies and nurtures a vibrant interplay among the musicians. Each note on "Contours" is a testament to the artist's deep understanding of harmony and rhythm, perfectly exemplifying the jazz avant-garde movement of the era.
What makes "Contours" truly unique is the collaborative spirit that permeates the album. Featuring an incredible lineup that includes the likes of Dave Holland on bass and Barry Altschul on drums, each performance feels like a conversation
Pressing Details:
Recorded on May 21, 1965 at Van Gelder Studios, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.
A Blue Note Records release; originally released by Blue Note Records © 2019 UMG Recordings, Inc.
Mastered from the original analog tapes.
Track Listing:
A1. Point Of Many Returns
A2. Dance Of The Tripedal
B1. Euterpe
B2. Mellifluous Cacaphony
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Blue Note's legendary sound engineering delivers exceptional quality. Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Sam Rivers
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: B0029413-01
Series: Tone Poet Series
Release Year: 2019
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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