What makes Another Day in Fucking Paradise by Fred Frith notable?

This album showcases Frith's continuous innovation in blending genres, contributing to the resurgence of interest in avant-garde jazz fusion. It received significant acclaim from critics, who noted its complex composition and emotional depth, marking it as a crucial addition to Frith's discography. Released in 2016, Another Day in Fucking Paradise is Fred Frith's first studio album in over a decade, following his acclaimed work with the ensemble project Gravity. At this point in his career, Frith had established himself as a pivotal figure in avant-garde music and was exploring deeper experimental textures.

Who is Another Day in Fucking Paradise for?

Another Day in Fucking Paradise works well if you're into dynamic exploration with peaks, invites deep attentive listening and wave-like pacing throughout album.

How many songs are on Another Day in Fucking Paradise?

Another Day in Fucking Paradise has 13 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Another Day in Fucking Paradise

Fred Frith · 2016

48 min · 13 tracks · jazz fusion

A labyrinthine blend of jazz fusion and experimental rock, weaving intricate rhythms and dissonant melodies into a rich tapestry of sound.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Yard With Lunatics — This track stands out for its ambitious length and dynamic shifts, showcasing Frith's ability to create tension through intricate arrangements and unsettling melodies.
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Dance of Delusion — The rhythmic complexity and interplay of instruments illustrate Frith's mastery in crafting engaging soundscapes that challenge traditional song structures.
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Phantoms of Progress — This piece encapsulates the thematic essence of the album, using dissonance and contrasting dynamics to explore notions of societal change and introspection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

71 /100

Alpine

Higher than 95% of albums we've rated

The album's intricate compositions and seamless flow highlight Frith's innovative approach to jazz fusion.

What we noticed

Each track often transitions seamlessly into the next, creating a continuous flow rather than distinct separations.
Dissonant melodies are layered with improvisational elements, allowing for spontaneous moments within the structured compositions.

Composition 25% of the score: 8/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 8/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 8/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic exploration with peaks
invites deep attentive listening
wave-like pacing throughout album
unexpected shifts in mood
thought-provoking sonic landscapes

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward song structures
seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2016, Another Day in Fucking Paradise is Fred Frith's first studio album in over a decade, following his acclaimed work with the ensemble project Gravity. At this point in his career, Frith had established himself as a pivotal figure in avant-garde music and was exploring deeper experimental textures.
Stylistic neighbors: Henry Cow· Robert Wyatt· Can