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All the Magic

Lester Bowie · 1982

79 min · 17 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and playful experimentation, filled with eclectic rhythms and imaginative soundscapes.

Top tracks — play these first

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    For Louie — This expansive piece showcases Bowie's signature trumpet style while blending intricate melodies with rich harmonics, setting a tone for the album's playful yet profound exploration.
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    Trans Traditional Suite — A sprawling composition that reflects Bowie's ability to weave together traditional jazz elements with modern influences, highlighting his innovative improvisational skills.
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    Let the Good Times Roll — This track captures a celebratory essence with its infectious groove and lively arrangements, embodying the album's overall joyful spirit and cultural richness.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 For Louie 12:17
  • 2 Spacehead 6:51
  • 3 Ghosts 3:14
  • 4 Trans Traditional Suite 15:56
  • 5 Let the Good Times Roll 6:47

Disc 2

  • 1 Organic Echo 3:17
  • 2 Dunce Dance 2:05
  • 3 Charlie M. 2:49
  • 4 Thirsty? 3:34
  • 5 Almost Christmas 3:52
  • 6 Down Home 2:40
  • 7 Okra Influence 4:38
  • 8 Miles Davis Meets Donald Duck 1:39
  • 9 Deb Deb’s Face 2:03
  • 10 Monkey Waltz 1:47
  • 11 Fraudulent Fanfare 1:01
  • 12 Organic Echo (Part II) 5:27

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