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Antidote

Chick Corea

74 min · 11 tracks · post-bop · avant-garde jazz

A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and Latin rhythms, exploring complex melodies and improvisational depth.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with emotional peaks vibrant rhythms for active listening introspective moments of improvisation
Context
Released in 1982, 'Antidote' came during Chick Corea's prolific period where he was blending jazz with various world music influences. This album follows his acclaimed works like 'My Spanish Heart' and showcases Corea's continuous evolution as a composer and pianist while collaborating with innovative musicians.
If you like
post-bop, avant-garde jazz

Antidote is an album by Chick Corea. A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and Latin rhythms, exploring complex melodies and improvisational depth. The album is notable for its critical reception, being praised for its adventurous spirit and technical prowess. It has since influenced many jazz musicians exploring cross-genre experimentation, solidifying Corea's reputation as a leading figure in the avant-garde jazz scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Antidote sound like?

A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and Latin rhythms, exploring complex melodies and improvisational depth. Rooted in post-bop and avant-garde jazz.

What makes Antidote by Chick Corea notable?

The album is notable for its critical reception, being praised for its adventurous spirit and technical prowess. It has since influenced many jazz musicians exploring cross-genre experimentation, solidifying Corea's reputation as a leading figure in the avant-garde jazz scene. Released in 1982, 'Antidote' came during Chick Corea's prolific period where he was blending jazz with various world music influences. This album follows his acclaimed works like 'My Spanish Heart' and showcases Corea's continuous evolution as a composer and pianist while collaborating with innovative musicians.

Who is Antidote for?

Antidote works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, vibrant rhythms for active listening and introspective moments of improvisation.

How many songs are on Antidote?

Antidote has 11 tracks, running approximately 74 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·74:34

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

  • 1 Antidote Standout 9:14
  • 2 Duende 10:13
  • 3 The Yellow Nimbus, Pt. 1 5:47
  • 4 The Yellow Nimbus, Pt. 2 5:57
  • 5 Prelude to My Spanish Heart 1:11
  • 6 My Spanish Heart Standout 6:58
  • 7 Armando’s Rhumba Standout 8:02
  • 8 Desafinado 5:05
  • 9 Zyryab 11:57
  • 10 Pas De Deux 1:40
  • 11 Admiration 8:28

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

74 min 34 sec