Adama
Avishai Cohen · 1998
60 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A rich tapestry of jazz fusion, blending intricate bass lines with melodic improvisations and global musical influences.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ora — This opening track features a captivating interplay between bass and piano, setting a reflective tone that encapsulates the album's essence. Its intricate melodies showcase Cohen's skillful composition and arrangement.
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Bass Suite #1 — A standout demonstration of Cohen's virtuosity on bass, this piece uniquely blends structured composition with freeform improvisation. The suite exemplifies the album's experimental spirit.
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Adama — The title track serves as an emotional centerpiece, interweaving rich harmonies and dynamic rhythms. It reflects the album's thematic depth and showcases Cohen's ability to convey powerful narratives through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalAdama blends diverse influences with strong improvisation, establishing a unique voice in jazz fusion.
What we noticed
- Each track showcases extended improvisation, particularly in the bass lines, allowing for intricate melodic development throughout the record.
- Several pieces incorporate elements from different musical traditions, such as the Latin influences in 'Besame Mucho' and Middle Eastern motifs in 'Dror'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration with resolution
- wave-like pacing that ebbs
- intricate bass lines to savor
- suitable for reflective afternoons
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward single tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Adama marked Avishai Cohen's debut as a leader, following his work as a sideman in prominent jazz ensembles. This album emerged during a pivotal time when Cohen was establishing his unique voice and style within the jazz world, setting the stage for his subsequent influential career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christian McBride· Brad Mehldau· Chick Corea
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ora 4:21
- 2 Madrid 4:48
- 3 Bass Suite #1 5:52
- 4 Reunion Of The Souls 5:23
- 5 Dror 5:20
- 6 No Change 4:31
- 7 Bass & Bone Fantasy 4:09
- 8 Adama 5:59
- 9 Bass Suite #2 4:39
- 10 Besame Mucho 7:25
- 11 Gadu 6:23
- 12 Jasonity 1:18
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