Alphaville Suite
William Parker · 2007
74 min · 10 tracks · free jazz
A sprawling, cinematic jazz exploration merging free improvisation with evocative themes and haunting melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- evocative themes for deep reflection
- immersive experience for attentive listeners
- wave-like pacing encourages exploration
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, short tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2007, William Parker was a respected figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, celebrated for his work both as a bandleader and collaborator. 'Alphaville Suite' followed his notable album 'Double Sunrise Over Neptune' (2001) and showcased Parker's continued evolution in blending narrative with musical discourse, marking a significant point in his prolific career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David S. Ware· Matthew Shipp· Sun Ra
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Alphaville Main Theme 6:02
- 2 Journey to the End of the Night 11:00
- 3 Natasha’s Theme I 2:05
- 4 Interrogation 2:50
- 5 Alpha 60 9:45
- 6 Doctor Badguy 14:08
- 7 Oceanville Evening 3:05
- 8 Civilization of Light 16:49
- 9 Outlands 6:57
- 10 Natasha’s Theme II 2:08
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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