Product details
- Label Inner City Records
- Artist The Sun Ra Arkestra
- Format 2LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2010
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Live At Montreux by The Sun Ra Arkestra.
The Sun Ra Arkestra delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
The Sun Ra Arkestra 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:
"Live At Montreux" by The Sun Ra Arkestra is more than just an album; it’s a vibrant expedition into the heart of avant-garde jazz, captured live during the legendary Montreux Jazz Festival in 1976. This remarkable recording showcases the cosmic bandleader Sun Ra's visionary prowess, blending an eclectic mix of genre-defying improvisation and celestial harmonics. The unique essence of this performance lies not only in the riveting energy and spontaneous creativity of the musicians but also in the transcendent spirit of Ra himself, who was known for merging science fiction themes with profound musical innovation. Each track on the album unfolds like a narrative, inviting listeners to voyage into uncharted auditory territories where rhythms collide with cosmic philosophies.
What sets "Live At Montreux" apart is its rare combination of technical mastery and experimental spirit, drawing in both jazz aficionados and curious newcomers alike. The album encapsulates the eclectic essence of the Arkestra, featuring a wide array of instruments—some of
Pressing Details:
Live at Montreux Jazz Festival, Casino de Montreux, Switzerland, July 9, 1976.
The track list on the label side A is in error. Total length of Side A is 27:40.
Correct tracklisting above, on the label track A3 is listed with timing of the unlisted track A4.
Timings measured from own copy:
* A3 From Out Where Others Dwell 04:21
* A4 On Sound Infinity Spheres 13:30
Track Listing:
A1. For The Sunrise
A2. Of The Other Tomorrow
A3. From Out Where Others Dwell
A4. On Sound Infinity Spheres
B1. The House Of Eternal Being
B2. God Of The Thunder Realm
B3. Lights On A Satellite
C1. Piano Intro
C2. Take The A Train
D1. Prelude
D2. El Is The Sound Of Joy
D3. Encore 1
D4. Encore 2
D5. We Travel The Spaceways
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:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: The Sun Ra Arkestra
Format: 2LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Inner City Records
Catalog Number: IC 1039
Release Year: 2010
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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