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Another Day in Fucking Paradise

Fred Frith · 2016

48 min · 13 tracks · jazz fusion

A complex interplay of avant-garde jazz and experimental rock that challenges conventional structures and invites deep listening.

Why this album works

This album showcases Frith's continued influence in the experimental music landscape, receiving significant attention within niche circles for its challenging soundscapes. It has been noted for its contribution to contemporary jazz fusion, with critics highlighting its ability to blend accessibility with complexity, reinforcing Frith's status as a leading innovator in the genre.
Best for
dynamic exploration with peaks invites deep attentive listening wave-like pacing throughout album
Context
Released on January 1, 2016, 'Another Day in Fucking Paradise' is Fred Frith's latest work after a prolific career spanning over four decades. At this stage, Frith had already established himself as a pivotal figure in the avant-garde and experimental music scenes, known for his innovative guitar techniques and boundary-pushing compositions.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Origin of Marvels Standout 1:30
  • 2 Dance of Delusion 3:08
  • 3 Poor Folly 3:27
  • 4 La Tempesta 2:30
  • 5 Glimmers of Goodbyes 3:26
  • 6 Yard With Lunatics Standout 11:31
  • 7 Only Light and Shadow 6:02
  • 8 The Sleep of Reason 2:19
  • 9 Straw Men 3:40
  • 10 The Deserted Garden 1:25
  • 11 Schlechtes Gewissen 4:28
  • 12 Phantoms of Progress Standout 3:44
  • 13 The Ride Home 1:46

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