11:11
Alex Skolnick · 2009
45 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal
A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and metal intensity, exploring complex rhythms and sonic textures throughout its journey.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hanuman — Opening with intricate guitar work, this track sets the tone for the album, showcasing Skolnick's ability to weave complex melodies into accessible forms.
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Santo Domingo — This piece blends Latin rhythms with jazz harmonies, illustrating Skolnick's skill in merging diverse musical influences while maintaining a cohesive sound.
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Atman — Longer in duration, this track explores more meditative themes through layered instrumentation, allowing listeners to experience a deeper emotional journey.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- gradual builds and payoffs
- layered, dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, '11:11' marks Alex Skolnick's transition from his heavy metal roots with Testament to an avant-garde jazz approach. This album follows his notable work on 'Transformation' (2006) and showcases his growth as a versatile musician, blending genres and pushing creative boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Ozzy Osbourne· Sun Ra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hanuman 3:43
- 2 Buster Voodoo 4:24
- 3 Triveni 3:55
- 4 Logos 2:50
- 5 Santo Domingo 4:02
- 6 Master Maqui 5:05
- 7 Savitri 3:46
- 8 Hora Zero 5:24
- 9 Chac Mool 1:51
- 10 Atman 5:50
- 11 11:11 4:49
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