All This I Do for Glory
Colin Stetson · 2017
43 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A haunting blend of avant-garde jazz and minimalist textures that pushes the boundaries of traditional instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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All This I Do for Glory — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its intense layering of saxophone harmonies and rhythmic intricacies, setting the tone for the entire project.
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Like Wolves on the Fold — This track features striking contrasts between aggressive motifs and serene passages, illustrating Stetson's mastery in dynamic storytelling through instrumental music.
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The Lure of the Mine — With its expansive length, this closing piece allows for an immersive experience that culminates the thematic journey of the album, showcasing Stetson's signature circular breathing technique.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalStetson's unique approach to saxophone and sound layering creates an immersive listening experience.
What we noticed
- Each track features extended techniques on the saxophone, creating a rich tapestry of sound that often blurs the lines between melody and texture.
- The album maintains a consistent atmosphere throughout, with tracks flowing seamlessly into one another without significant breaks.
- Several pieces incorporate layered harmonics and circular breathing, allowing for sustained notes that create a sense of tension and release.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- haunting melodies for introspective moments
- slow builds with intense payoff
- atmospheric layers inviting exploration
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, energetic tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- All This I Do for Glory was released in 2017, marking Colin Stetson's fourth solo album. At this point in his career, Stetson had already established himself as a leading figure in contemporary jazz and experimental music, following his acclaimed works like New History Warfare Vol. 2: Judges in 2013. The album showcases Stetson's innovative approach to saxophone playing, further solidifying his reputation as a boundary-pushing artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Matthew Halsall· Tomasz Stańko· Shabaka Hutchings
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All This I Do for Glory 7:19
- 2 Like Wolves on the Fold 7:36
- 3 Between Water and Wind 6:23
- 4 Spindrift 6:27
- 5 In the Clinches 2:47
- 6 The Lure of the Mine 12:59
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