A.R.C.
Chick Corea · 1971
40 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A dynamic exploration of improvisation, blending intricate melodies with electrifying rhythms and avant-garde structures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Nefertiti Start here — This track stands out for its hauntingly beautiful melody and complex interplay between musicians, showcasing Corea's innovative compositional style.
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A.R.C. — The title track exemplifies the album's core themes of abstraction and improvisation, featuring spontaneous interactions that highlight each musician's virtuosity.
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Thanatos — Thanatos captures a darker mood with its intricate rhythms and textures, demonstrating Corea's ability to evoke deep emotional responses through jazz.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with exploration
- ethereal melodies for contemplation
- dynamic shifts in mood
- immersive journey through themes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer predictable song structures
- want instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Showcases a deliberate departure from traditional jazz, influencing future generations.
- Themes
- avant-garde jazz movement· spontaneous improvisation· complex musical interplay
- Career context
- A.R.C. marked a significant moment in Chick Corea's career as it followed his influential tenure with Miles Davis, showcasing his transition into a solo artist. Released in 1971, this album came at the height of Corea's creative output during the early years of his career, positioning him as a leader in the avant-garde jazz movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett· McCoy Tyner
Tracklist
- 1 Nefertiti Start here 9:40
- 2 Ballad for Tillie 5:27
- 3 A.R.C. 5:41
- 4 Vedana 7:32
- 5 Thanatos 4:33
- 6 Games 7:39
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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